Man accused of killing POS operator arrested in Adamawa

Man accused of killing POS operator arrested in Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command said one Umar SNU is in its custody and aiding investigation into the gruesome killing of a POS operator, Abbas Yuguda, in the state.

Yuguda, 35, was attacked in Mayo-Belwa LGA.

The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the state, SP Suleiman Yahaya Nguroje confirmed the development in a statement on Monday.

The police spokesman said the incident occurred on March 22 when the victim was on his way home after closing from his business premises.

He said some people armed with dangerous weapons attacked and inflicted severe injuries on Yuguda’s head and left him lying in a pool of blood.

He added that operatives from Divisional police headquarters, Mayo Belwa arrived at the scene and immediately rushed the victim to Cottage Hospital, Mayo-Belwa, in a bid to save his life.

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However, the victim was confirmed dead while on admission receiving treatment.

“On the strength of that, one of the suspects identified as Umar SNU, was trailed by some angry youths.

“He was subdued to mob action before being rescued by the police.

“He was equally rushed to hospital for medical attention now aiding investigation,” Nguroje said.

The Commissioner of Police, Dankombo Morris strongly condemned the act of violence and directed a thorough and discreet investigation to ensure the perpetrators are brought to justice.

He also warned members of the public to desist from taking laws into their hands, and urged them to allow the law to always take its course.

 

Man accused of killing POS operator arrested in Adamawa