By Achadu Gabriel, Kaduna
Kaduna state police command has arrested 12 suspected armed hoodlums linked to attach on musque during Tahajjud prayer in the state.
A statement yesterday by command spokesman DSP Mansir Hassan, stated that one person was dangerously stabbed and later died before the hoodlums were nabbed by police.
The statement stressed 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 mobilized 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 a bid 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 have partaken 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 issues a stern warning to all miscreants to desist from engaging in these criminal activities, that they will face the full weight of the law if caught”, it added.
