2nd April, 2023
By Obinna Unaeze
Two suspects have been arrested in Minima village, Lavun Local Government Area of Niger over attack and killing of police constable, Mr Nasiru Yusuf.
Niger State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Wasiu Abiodun said the two suspects had attacked two police operatives who were on duty in the village area following complaints of assault and affray from some people in the village.
But he said the policemen were attacked when they get to the village, leading to the death of one of them.
“There was a complaint of assault and affray in the area and two policemen were detailed to the scene at Minima village for an enquiry and possible arrest.
“In the process, the two policemen were attacked by villagers, who inflicted series of injuries on them.
“They were taken to the Federal Medical Centre, Bida, for treatment and one of them, PC Nasiru Yusuf, was later confirmed dead in the hospital while the other is still receiving treatment.
“Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the unfortunate incident and they are undergoing interrogation, as the incident is under investigation,’’ he said.
Abiodun added that the duo would be charged in court upon completion of investigation.
(NAN)
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