The Kaduna State Police Command has stated that it has arrested twelve suspects linked to the death of a worshipper during the Tahajjud prayer at Rigasa, in the Igabi local government area of the state.
This was contained in a statement issued by the police spokesperson, DSP Mansir Hassan, and made available to journalists in Kaduna on Friday.
The statement noted that, “On 21st March 2025, at about 0200 hours, the police received a distress call from a concerned citizen, reporting that a large group of armed hoodlums had mobilised from Malalin Gabas, Tudun Wada, Rafin Guza, and Unguwar Baduko areas to attack worshippers performing Tahajjud prayer at Layin Bilya, Makwa Road, Rigasa, Kaduna.
“Upon receiving the report, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) led a team of officers, accompanied by the Commander of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), to the scene in an attempt to apprehend the suspects.
“However, before their arrival, the assailants had already stabbed one Usman Mohammad, a 23-year-old victim, with a sharp knife. Despite being rushed to the hospital for urgent medical attention, he succumbed to his injuries hours later and was confirmed dead by the attending doctor.”
In response, the police swiftly apprehended twelve suspects who confessed to having participated in the attack and recovered several weapons from them. A full-scale investigation has been launched to uncover the full details of the incident and ensure justice is served.
The Kaduna State Police Command has significantly increased security deployments across strategic areas, particularly around mosques where such prayers are conducted. The public is urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities promptly to the police to aid in effective crime prevention.
Furthermore, the command has issued a stern warning to all miscreants to desist from engaging in these criminal activities, stating that they will face the full weight of the law if caught.
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