The eyewitness, who chose to remain anonymous, recounted the harrowing events, stating, "It started when the man alighted from a tricycle, and some thugs immediately attacked him with weapons. It took minutes before the police intervened, but they were unable to disperse the attackers. The thugs then turned their aggression towards the police, pelting them with stones."
The situation quickly escalated, leading to a horrific outcome. As the police vehicle attempted to evade the attack, the policeman fell to the ground, at which point the assailants mercilessly trampled upon him and ultimately butchered him to death. The eyewitness also revealed that clashes between rival groups of thugs have been ongoing in the area for several days, intensifying tensions and violence.
Upon receiving information about the incident, the Kano Police Command was contacted for an official statement. The Police Public Relations Officer in Kano, SP Abdullahi Haruna Kiyawa, confirmed that the command had not yet received the information but assured that an investigation was underway to ascertain the truth behind the tragic event.
The loss of the policeman's life in such a gruesome manner has sent shockwaves through the community and raised concerns about the escalating violence in Kano municipal. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the line of duty and highlights the urgent need for increased security measures to protect both the police and the community.
The Kano Police Command, along with relevant authorities, is expected to conduct a thorough investigation into the incident to identify the perpetrators and bring them to justice. It is hoped that this tragic event will serve as a catalyst for renewed efforts to address the underlying issues contributing to the rise in violence and restore peace and security in the area.
(NAN)