Kebbi State Police Command has detained three officers over the alleged murder of a suspect arrested in connection with a theft case.
The State Police Public relations Officer CSP Nafi’u Abubakar, made this disclosure this in a statement issued on Saturday, 3 May, 2025 in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital
According to Abubakar the incident followed a report of stolen trailer truck rims lodged at the Divisional Police Headquarters in Jega, just as he also added that suspect, identified as Abubakar Auwal, was arrested on April 15 in connection with the case.
“On April 16, at about 6 a.m., while the investigation was ongoing, the suspect collapsed in detention,” the statement read.
“He was rushed to the General Hospital, Jega, for treatment but died the same day at about 10 p.m,” he added.
Following the development, the Commissioner of Police, CP Bello Sani, ordered the immediate transfer of the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for a thorough investigation.
The state police image maker added in the statement that three officers found culpable in the matter are currently in detention at the SCID for further investigation. Meanwhile, the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Jega has been queried and redeployed with immediate effect.
Abubakar also reaffirmed the command’s commitment to upholding professionalism and ethical standards in policing.
“The wrong actions of a few officers do not reflect the values of the Nigeria Police Force. Prompt disciplinary measures are always taken against erring officers to ensure accountability and justice,” he said, adding that the Nigeria Police remained dedicated to maintaining discipline, safeguarding its integrity, and fostering public trust.
