Military Rescues 23 Abducted Civilians, Foils Kidnapping Attempt in Zamfara
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA have rescued 23 abducted civilians and foiled a separate kidnapping attempt during counter-terrorism operations in Zamfara State.
The Nigerian Army said in a statement that the troops rescued the victims during a combat patrol around the outskirts of Wuya town in Anka Local Government Area of the state.
The rescued civilians comprised three adult males and 20 females. Preliminary debriefing indicated that they were abducted from Gummi Local Government Area and had spent approximately three weeks in captivity.
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The Army said the victims were receiving medical attention and other necessary support before being reunited with their families.
In a separate operation in Bungudu Local Government Area, troops responded to intelligence indicating that armed bandits had infiltrated Dankurmi town with the intention of abducting residents.
The troops swiftly mobilised to the area and engaged the attackers in a heavy firefight.
Overwhelmed by the superior firepower of the security forces, the bandits reportedly retreated without succeeding in abducting any civilian.
According to the Army, traces of blood discovered along the attackers’ withdrawal route suggested that several of the terrorists sustained serious gunshot wounds during the encounter.
The troops have maintained a strong presence in the area and commenced pursuit operations against the fleeing terrorists, while efforts continue to prevent further attacks and protect communities across the affected areas.
By PRNigeria
