Gunmen, suspected to be kidnappers in the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, have attacked the El-Rufai Estate in Bwari Area Council.
The incident, reportedly occurred in the early hours of Wednesday when the assailants invaded the area shooting sporadically.
A man simply identified as Nathaniel was reportedly shot by the gunmen who engaged operatives of the FCT Police Command in a gun duel.
The Police Public Relations Officer of the FCT command, Josephine Adeh, confirmed the incident in a chat with DAILY POST, saying “Yes, it is true”.
It was gathered that the kidnappers attempted to abduct many of the residents before the Police operatives foiled their operation.
A fierce gun duel between the operatives and the criminal elements reportedly lasted about 30 minutes.
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