One other member of the gang was also arrested, the police said.
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Mr Anene said in the statement that the police command had acted on information about the regrouping of bandits at De-Mtsa village, Kastina-Ala, for nefarious activities. “Consequently, while two of the bandits sustained gunshot injuries and were confirmed dead at the hospital, one was arrested and the others escaped with wounds, but they are currently being trailed by the operatives.
He also urged the people of the state to always support the police with useful and timely information.
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