By Adamu IMAM, Bauchi
In an effort to curtail the unrest erupted in Zaranda Gari Community along Jos road blocked highway resulting to one fatality, following the arrest of charcoal dealer by local quasi-security hunters in the area.
The commissioner of police Bauchi command, Mohammed Musa Auwal has initiated an investigation team to uncover the circumstances surrounding the unfortunate incident stated in a press release made available to Journalists on Tuesday.
ZARANDA GARI COMMUNITY BLOCKED HIGHWAY, RESULTING IN ONE FATALITY,*
*CP MM AUWAL INITIATES INVESTIGATION TO UNCOVER THE CIRCUMSTANCES SURROUNDING THE DEATH OF ABUBAKAR YAHAYA*
On the 10th of September, 2024, at approximately 9:00 am, the Divisional Police Officer of Toro Division received information from a concerned citizen, reporting a gathering of people at Zaranda village via Toro LGA, Bauchi State, causing a blockage of the highway road. Upon receiving this information, the Command promptly deployed a team of detectives to the scene to assess the situation.
The statement revealed that, "Subsequent interviews with local residents revealed that the blockade of the highway road was as a result of the arrest of a charcoal dealer and sporadic firing by members of a quasi-security outfit, specifically the Nigerian Hunters Forestry and Security Service. This incident led to the serious injury of Abubakar Yahaya (35 years old), Hussaini Yunusa (20 years old), and Yayangida Hussaini (16 years old), all from Zaranda Gari village via Toro LGA. They were promptly taken to the Primary HealthCare Center Zaranda Gari, where unfortunately, Abubakar Yahaya succumbed to his injuries. The Command has taken control of the situation to conduct a thorough investigation and apprehend those responsible for this unprofessional conduct".
Furthermore, the Commissioner of Police has instructed the Deputy Commissioner of Police In-charge of the Department of Operations to mobilize tactical teams, including the Department of Operation, Rapid Response Squad, Operation Restore Peace, Acpol Toro, and Nabordo Division personnel, to handle the situation professionally, ensuring the road is reopened for commuters and peace is restored in the area.
The Command has taken positive steps in this regard. A dedicated team of investigators has been tasked with identifying investigate,prosecute anyone responsible for this regrettable incident, and will be held accountable in accordance with the law.
The CP commended the officers and men of the Command for their selfless dedication to public service and their adept management of crowds during this challenging situation. Additionally, he extends gratitude to the public for their cooperation and collaboration with the Police and other security agencies in Bauchi
While encouraging the publics to continue working alongside with the Police and other law enforcement agencies to maintain the safety and security of the state.
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