Bauchi Police Arrest Four Suspects Following Alleged Abduction and Assault of Minor
Authorities in Bauchi State have taken four men into custody following allegations of the abduction and gang-rape of a 12-year-old girl in Zaki Local Government Area.
The Bauchi State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of four young men accused of abducting and sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl in the Sakwa District of Zaki Local Government Area. The incident, which has prompted a formal investigation, was brought to the attention of local authorities by the victim’s father.
Details of the Reported Incident
According to a statement issued by Nafiu Habib, the spokesperson for the Bauchi Police Command, the incident occurred on October 28, 2026. The victim’s 50-year-old father filed a formal complaint at the Sakwa Divisional Police Headquarters on Thursday, leading to the subsequent police response.
Police reports state that the four suspects conspired to abduct the minor at approximately 9:00 a.m. on the day of the incident. The victim was allegedly taken to the residence of one of the suspects, where she was subjected to unlawful carnal knowledge. Following the report, the victim was transported to the General Hospital in Zaki to undergo a medical examination.
Suspects Identified in Custody
The police have identified the four suspects currently in custody as residents of the Sakwa District. They are:
- Badamasi Mohammed, 18
- Bello Mohammed, 18
- Mustapha Bappah, 18
- Bashiru Sha’tubu, 22
The authorities have confirmed that all four individuals were apprehended following the initial complaint. While the police have indicated that preliminary investigations are complete, the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Bauchi for a more comprehensive and discreet inquiry.
Ongoing Legal Process
As the investigation transitions to the state level, the police have not yet released details regarding the specific charges that will be filed against the suspects. The current status of the victim’s recovery remains a private matter, and no further information regarding the legal representation of the accused or potential court dates has been made available at this time.
The Bauchi State Police Command continues to handle the matter as a priority, emphasizing the importance of the ongoing investigation by the State Criminal Investigation Department to ensure all facts surrounding the incident are thoroughly documented.
Conclusion
The arrest of the four suspects marks the beginning of the legal process in this case. As the investigation proceeds under the oversight of the State Criminal Investigation Department, the community awaits further updates on the judicial proceedings following this reported incident in Zaki LGA.
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p class=”vbna-source-note”>Source: Daily Post Nigeria
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