The Niger State Police have arrested eleven individuals for thuggery and disruption of public peace in Suleja. The arrests follow a violent incident involving school students, resulting in gunshot injuries to two minors. Ongoing investigations reveal that an officer from a related security agency may have been involved in the shootings.
The Niger State Police Command has arrested eleven individuals for their alleged involvement in thuggery and the disruption of public peace in the Chaichainiya area along Kaduna Road, Suleja Local Government Area. This information was provided by the Public Relations Officer, SP Wasiu Abiodun, in a statement issued in Minna.
On March 6, 2025, at approximately 11:00 PM, police received reports concerning a brawl involving youths and secondary school students, led by an individual named Umar Idris, stemming from personal relationships. During this altercation, gunshots were reported, resulting in injuries to two victims, Nura and Imrana, aged 10 and 11, respectively.
The Public Relations Officer indicated that following a covert police operation, the eleven suspects, including Idris, were taken into custody and remain under investigation. Initial findings suggest that an officer from a related security agency was responsible for the gunfire that caused the injuries to the two children.
In summary, the arrest of eleven suspects by the Niger State Police underscores the ongoing efforts to maintain public order and safety. The incident, which involved a serious altercation among youths and resulted in gunfire, highlights the need for vigilant law enforcement. Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting, particularly the involvement of a security personnel.
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