17-year-old boy arrested for allegedly removing sister’s eyes for money ritual

17-year-old boy arrested for allegedly removing sister’s eyes for money ritual

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 17-year-old boy, Auwalu Mohammad, for allegedly gouging out the eyes of his 10-year-old sister, Rukayya Mohammad, in what authorities suspect to be a ritual-related crime.

The incident occurred on October 17 in Wailo town, located in Ganjuwa Local Government Area of Bauchi State. According to police reports, the suspect lured his sister into a nearby bush under false pretenses before allegedly committing the act.

Police spokesperson SP Ahmed Wakili, in a statement issued on Monday, confirmed that the siblings’ father identified both children as biological siblings.

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“Sadly, a medical specialist at the hospital confirmed that Rukayya has permanently lost her vision and will never regain her sight,” Wakili said.

The suspect reportedly confessed to the crime during interrogation. Police investigations are ongoing to determine the motive and uncover any additional individuals involved.

Six Additional Suspects Detained

In connection with the case, six other individuals have been arrested:

• Auwal Dahiru, 17, Bayan Dutse, Wailo
• Mohammed Rabiu, 19
• Saleh Ibrahim, 20
• Nasiru Muhammad, Soro town
• Hassan Garba, Soro town
• Garba Dahiru, 43, Soro town

The police have assured the public that all suspects found complicit will be prosecuted accordingly.

This tragic incident has sparked widespread concern across the state, with calls for increased vigilance and community education to prevent ritual-related crimes.

17-year-old boy arrested for allegedly removing sister’s eyes for money ritual