Four Bauchi Youths Arrested for Gang‑Rape of 12‑Year‑Old Girl
Four suspects—aged 18 to 22—were arrested in Bauchi State after a 12‑year‑old girl was abducted and gang‑raped on 28 October 2026.
In Brief
- •Four suspects—aged 18 to 22—were arrested in Bauchi State after a 12‑year‑old girl was abducted and gang‑raped on 28 October 2026.
- •The incident took place in Sakwa District, Zaki Local Government Area, and the victim was taken to General Hospital, Zaki for medical examination.
- •Police spokesperson Nafiu Habib confirmed the arrests and said the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for discreet investigation.
- •The suspects are Badamasi Mohammed, Bello Mohammed, Mustapha Bappah and Bashiru Sha’tubu, all residents of Sakwa District.
- •The Commissioner of Police, Sani‑Omolori Aliyu, condemned the acts and pledged that the suspects will be charged to court once the investigation concludes.
Why It Matters
The case highlights the ongoing challenge of child sexual abuse in Nigeria and the importance of swift law‑enforcement response. Bauchi State Police’s public statement underscores a zero‑tolerance stance, aiming to deter future incidents and reassure communities that such crimes will be prosecuted.
Key Details
- Incident Date
- 28 October 2026
- Suspect Ages
- 18, 18, 18, 22
- Location
- Sakwa District, Zaki LGA, Bauchi State
- Police Action
- Arrested and transferred to SCID for investigation
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