Kaduna Bandit Kingpin Sharme, Linked to Kidnapping of 121 Baptist Students, Neutralized

Kaduna State Police Confirm Elimination of Notorious Bandit Commander Kachalla Tukur Sharme.

In a significant breakthrough, notorious bandit commander Kachalla Tukur Sharme, linked to the kidnapping of 121 Bethel Baptist High School pupils in Kaduna State, has been killed in a violent clash between his group and a rival gang. The clash occurred over the weekend in the forests around Rijana and Kaso, Kaduna State.

 Key Details of the Incident

– Sharme and two members of the rival gang were killed in the gunfight.
– Several bandits were critically injured, and some kidnapped victims managed to escape during the chaos.
– Five other bandits were wounded and are currently hiding in the area, seeking medical assistance.

 Community Warning

Residents in Rijana, Kaso, Kasarami, Jaka da-Rabi, and surrounding communities have been advised not to offer help to anyone with gunshot wounds. Instead, they should report suspicious individuals to security forces immediately.

 Sharme’s Reign of Terror

Sharme was notorious for his brutal reign of terror across Kaduna and neighboring states. His gang was responsible for numerous attacks, kidnappings, and cattle rustling incidents, including the infamous abduction of 121 students from Bethel Baptist High School, Kujama, on July 5, 2021.

 Relief and Caution

While Sharme’s death comes as a relief to many communities affected by his criminal activities, the commissioner urged residents to remain vigilant. In the course of repelling Sharme and his group, two security personnel lost their lives.

The Kaduna State Government has assured residents that security forces will continue to work tirelessly to ensure their safety and security.