From Ardo Abdul
The Bauchi State Police Command has commenced investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of one Abdulrazak Ibrahim ‘m’, 39-years-old, at a Vigilante Office in Bakin Kura area, Bauchi LGA.
According to Police statement signed by the Police Spokesman Asp Nafi’u Habibu on behalf of the Commissioner of Police, says
the incident was reported to the Police on 20th August, 2026 at about 1839hrs by the Chairman of the Vigilante Group, Bakin Kura. Preliminary findings revealed that the deceased was invited to the Vigilante Office following a complaint of theft lodged by his mother, one Hauwa Ibrahim, for investigation, recovery of stolen properties, and to identify possible receivers.
It is unfortunate that during the process, Abdulrazak Ibrahim died while in the custody of the vigilantes.
In response, the Command immediately deployed detectives attached to ‘A’ Division Township to the scene. Consequently, three members of the Vigilante Group on duty at the time. They are currently in detention to assist with the investigation.
The corpse of the deceased has been evacuated to ATBU Teaching Hospital, Bauchi, and deposited in the mortuary for preservation. Physical examination revealed that the body was intact with no visible sign of violence. However, an autopsy will be conducted to ascertain the actual cause of death.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, mni, psc (+), has directed that the matter be thoroughly investigated to ensure justice is served. He further reiterated the Command’s commitment to upholding the rule of law and warned against any act of jungle justice or extrajudicial action by individuals or groups.
Members of the public are urged to remain calm as the Command assures that the outcome of the investigation will be made public in due course.
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