Pregnant woman and toddler killed in shocking Kano home attack
Residents of Sheka Sabuwar Gandu in Kano were left in disbelief after a tragic incident involving a pregnant woman and her 18-month-old son. The victims were found burnt in their home after unknown attackers broke in. Ahmad Sani, a local leader, highlighted ongoing security concerns in the area. The police, led by CSP Abdullahi Haruna, have launched an investigation as of June 2, 2024.
What happened
- The husband discovered the bodies of his pregnant wife and son after returning home around 8 pm on June 1, 2024.
- The house was found locked from the outside, and both victims had been burnt following the attack.
- Ahmad Sani criticized the lack of police presence, despite a community-built outpost.
- The Commissioner of Police, Ibrahim Bakori, has been urged to deploy officers to the area.
- Police spokesperson CSP Abdullahi Haruna confirmed the incident and ongoing investigation, referencing similar past cases in Kano.
