Suspected bandits have killed a man and abducted his wife, two children and six other residents during an attack on Babban Saura community in Chikun Local Government Area of Kaduna State.

The attack reportedly occurred in the community, with the assailants targeting residents and taking several people away.

According to a report by Daily Trust, the man was killed during the attack before the gunmen abducted his wife and their two children, alongside six other people from the community.

Residents Targeted

The incident has reportedly heightened concerns among residents over the security situation in the area.

The latest attack adds to a series of violent incidents involving suspected bandits in parts of Kaduna State, where communities have continued to face attacks, killings and abductions.

Authorities have yet to publicly provide further details on the identities of the victims or whether any of those abducted have been rescued.

Investigation Underway

Security agencies are expected to investigate the incident and work towards securing the release of the abducted residents.

The latest attack comes amid continued security challenges in parts of Kaduna and other northern states, where armed groups have targeted rural communities and carried out abductions for ransom.