Suspected bandits have reportedly invaded Tsauwa village located within Batsari local government area in Katsina state and killed up to 19 people.
Residents said the bandits stormed the village around 11.30 p.m on Monday and operated till the early hours of Tuesday, PUNCH reports.
It was learnt that on arrival at the village, the bandits started shooting indiscriminately, resulting in the death of the victims.
One of the residents, who pleaded anonymity, noted that the bandits also shot at those fleeing the village for safety in neighbouring communities.
The bandits also reportedly set fire on many houses and grains reserves while they also allegedly cart away valuables and domestic animals.
