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The Digest:

Suspected gunmen attacked a police station in Zonkwa, Kaduna State, on Friday evening, killing at least two officers in an operation witnesses described as brazen and coordinated. The assailants reportedly targeted the facility, believing detained suspects from Kachia were held there, though security sources confirmed no such prisoners were present during the assault.

Key Points:
  • Gunmen raided Zonkwa Police Station in Zangon Kataf LGA, Kaduna State.
  • At least two police officers were killed in the Friday evening attack.
  • Attackers aimed to free detained suspects but found them not present.
  • Sporadic shooting caused panic among residents and passersby.
  • Kaduna Police Command is yet to issue an official statement.
  • Identities of the slain officers remain unknown.
  • No government statement has been released as of press time.
The assault highlights continued security vulnerabilities in the region, where police facilities and personnel remain targets for armed groups operating with tactical confidence.

Sources: Leadership News