Police arrests suspect for kidnapping, killing of nephew
A 21-year-old suspect, Mubarak Haladu, has been arrested for alleged kidnapping, culpable homicide, shipbreaking, and theft in Dadin Kowa, Gombe State,
Disclosing this on Friday the Public Relations Officer, Gombe State Police Command, Buhari Abdullahi, said Haladu had kidnapped his seven-year-old nephew, Haruna Bello, and demanded a ransom of N1.5 million naira from his brother, Bello Haladu.
“I received a call from Mubarak, demanding N1.5 million in exchange for my son’s freedom. I was devastated,” Haladu said in a statement to the police.
According to the PRO, the case was forwarded to the Anti-Kidnapping section of the State Criminal Investigation Department for investigation.
After interrogating Mubarak, authorities discovered his involvement in multiple crimes.
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“Mubarak confessed to kidnapping his nephew, breaking into three shops, and stealing around 30 mobile phones. He even used one of the stolen SIM cards to demand ransom from his brother,” said the PPRO.
“Tragically, on October 18, 2024, the young victim, Haruma Bello, was found dead and decaying in an uncompleted building in Dadin Kowa village.
“We condemn this heinous act and assure the public that justice will be served,” he added.
He noted that Haladu will soon face prosecution in court for his crimes.
“The Gombe State Police Command will continue to work tirelessly to ensure the safety and security of our citizens,” Abdullahi added.
Chima Azubuike
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