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The Kano State Police Command has confirmed that a brutal crime occurred at the Yusuf Garko Mosque, situated in the Maraba Quarters of Kano, where Ladan Malam Zubairu, a local resident, was viciously murdered by an attacker. The suspect was subsequently lynched by a mob and set on fire.
An eyewitness recounted that the assailant entered Mallam Zubairu’s home and killed him, allegedly by cutting his throat. The suspect was immediately chased down by an enraged mob, who beat him to death and then burned his body.
The police also reported that the mob torched the suspect’s home, leading to significant property damage following his death.
Reports indicate that hundreds of youths who participated in the killing of the assailant took to the streets, issuing threats that anyone committing a similar crime would face immediate execution.
However, Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, stated that calm has been restored in the area, with security forces deployed to uphold law and order.
He mentioned that the police investigation team found the victim’s severed throat in the suspect’s pocket, and both bodies have been transported to the Mohammed Abdullahi Wase Teaching Hospital in Kano, where they were pronounced dead and are awaiting autopsy.
Kiyawa further noted that the Commissioner of Police, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, has mandated a thorough and detailed investigation into the incident, aiming to bring all involved to justice.
“The police command urges the public to remain calm and cooperate with law enforcement agencies as the investigation progresses. We encourage citizens to share any information that may assist the investigation, assuring them that all information will be treated with confidentiality,” he stated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at the Yusuf Garko Mosque?
A resident named Ladan Malam Zubairu was brutally murdered by an assailant, who was then lynched and set on fire by a mob.
What actions did the police take after the incident?
The police confirmed the incident, restored order in the community, and initiated a thorough investigation into the events.
What should the public do in response to this incident?
The police urge the public to remain calm and cooperate with law enforcement, providing any information that could aid in the investigation.
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