Bandits attacked Duba community in Batsari Local Government Area of Katsina State on Saturday, killing 12 persons and injuring 6 others.
Villagers said the bandits, who came in about 300 motorcycles, operated for several hours.
It was gathered that at least two others were killed and many others injured as the bandits continued raiding the state.
The police spokesperson in the state, Gambo Isa, told newsmen that the bandits invaded the village with sophisticated weapons and started shooting sporadically.
“Sadly, despite attempt by our men in the area, the bandits succeeded in killing 12 people and wounded six others. They came in motorcycles numbering over 300 and started shooting sporadically which caused panic among residents,” Isah said.
A resident of Batsari, Misbahu, told journalists that the bandits, who arrived in the village around 11p.m, also looted shops and houses, setting ablaze some of the property.
