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TEENAGER ARRESTED OVER SUSPECTED CULPABLE HOMICIDE IN DARAZO LGA. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.


 BAUCHI STATE POLICE COMMAND 

PRESS RELEASE


TEENAGER ARRESTED OVER SUSPECTED CULPABLE HOMICIDE IN DARAZO LGA


The Bauchi State Police Command is investigating a case of suspected culpable homicide following a tragic incident reported in Kari Village, Darazo Local Government Area.

 

On 24th May 2026 at about 1615 hours, a report was received at Darazo Divisional Police Headquarters alleging that one Abdullahi Muhammad, male, aged 17 years, of Kari Village, drowned in the Kari River under circumstances suspected to involve one Aisanu Nura, male, aged 18 years, also of the same address.


Preliminary investigation revealed that the suspect allegedly lured the deceased to the river and drowned him. Operatives from Darazo Division promptly responded to the scene, arrested the suspect, and commenced preliminary investigation. The body of the deceased is yet to be recovered, and search efforts are ongoing.


The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) Bauchi, for discreet and thorough investigation.


The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, mni, psc (+), has directed a professional and diligent investigation to unravel the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident. He assures the public that justice will be served in accordance with the law, and anyone found culpable will face prosecution.


The Command further urged members of the public, particularly parents and guardians, to intensify supervision of teenagers and to promptly report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station.


SP Nafiu Habib, ANIPR, FFIS  

Police Public Relations Officer 

 

For: COMMISSIONER OF POLICE  

Bauchi State Police Command

3rd June, 2026.

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