Kaduna Police Condemn Mob Killing of Woman Accused of Child Theft, Arrest Suspects

Police in Kaduna State, Nigeria, have condemned a "barbaric" mob killing of a woman accused of child theft, describing it as a "serious violation of the rule of law." The incident occurred Sunday in Maraban Jos when an angry mob attacked the woman over unverified allegations.

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The mob subsequently killed the woman and set her body ablaze.

According to police spokesman DSP Mansir Hassan, the Maraban Jos Divisional Police Officer responded to a distress call and rescued the woman, moving her to the station for protection and investigation. However, hundreds of residents stormed the station, overpowered officers, and forcefully removed the woman from custody. The mob then killed her and set her body ablaze.

The command reiterated its condemnation, calling the act criminal and an assault on justice. They stressed that no group has the right to take the law into their own hands. Several suspects have been arrested, and efforts are underway to apprehend others involved. A comprehensive investigation has begun, and those found culpable will face prosecution.

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The command condemned the act, describing it as criminal, barbaric and an assault on justice.

Commissioner of Police, CP Rabiu Muhammad, warned against "jungle justice" and mob violence, stating that attacks on police formations and personnel would not be tolerated. He urged residents to report suspicious activities to security agencies and allow lawful procedures to determine guilt or innocence, reaffirming the command's commitment to protecting lives and ensuring justice.

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The command will not tolerate attacks on police formations and personnel.