Arrest Made In Adamawa After Man Allegedly Kills Friend, Steals Motorcycle

Arrest Made In Adamawa After Man Allegedly Kills Friend, Steals Motorcycle

The Adamawa State Police Command has apprehended a 25-year-old man for allegedly fatally stabbing his close friend, Usman, and subsequently robbing him of his motorcycle and 20,000 Naira…….. CONTINUE READING

Yahaya Balarabe, residing in Dage Village, Ganye Local Government Area, reportedly accompanied Usman to his farm under the pretense of assisting with chemical spraying. It was during this visit that Balarabe purportedly attacked Usman, fatally stabbing him with a sharp cutlass to the head before disposing of the body in a nearby gutter.

Confirming the arrest, SP Abdullahi Nguroje, spokesperson for the command, disclosed that Balarabe not only committed this heinous act but also stole the victim’s motorcycle and cash. Nguroje added that the suspect was captured based on a report filed by Usman’s family members and the recovery of incriminating evidence at the crime scene linked to Balarabe.

Nguroje further stated, “Interestingly, the suspect voluntarily confessed to the crime, admitting his motive was to acquire the deceased’s motorcycle and money.”

Expressing dismay over the incident, Commissioner of Police CP Dankombo Morris praised the diligence of the Ganye Divisional police headquarters in swiftly apprehending the suspect and ensuring justice prevails.

Meanwhile, as part of efforts to combat criminal activities in the state, CP Morris has directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of CID to oversee the investigation and ensure adherence to due process.