Man arrested in Kebbi for attacking and robbing motorcyclist
A 45-year-old man, Bello Abubakar, has been arrested by the Kebbi State Police Command for allegedly attacking and robbing a commercial motorcyclist. The victim, Bello Umar, suffered a serious head injury during the incident, which occurred in Shanga Local Government Area. According to police, the suspect believed the victim was dead and fled with the stolen motorcycle. The Commissioner of Police, Umar M. Hadejia, condemned the attack and praised the officers involved in the arrest.
What happened
- The incident took place on August 23, 2026, when Bello Umar was attacked and left with a serious head injury at Tungar Dariya Bush, near Makera Village.
- Bello Abubakar allegedly hired Umar to transport him from Koko Town to Tungar Dariya Bush before attacking him with a hoe.
- The suspect reportedly covered Umar with leaves, believing he was dead, and escaped to Yauri Town with the motorcycle.
- Police investigations led to the recovery of the stolen motorcycle and the arrest of Abubakar.
- The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation and prosecution.
