The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 27-year-old man, Isiyaka Badamasi, for allegedly poisoning a commercial motorcyclist in an attempt to steal his motorcycle in Bauchi metropolis.
Police spokesperson, SP Nafiu Habib, said the suspect’s alleged accomplice, Ma’aruf Sani, escaped and is currently being pursued by security operatives.
According to the police, the suspects allegedly gave a 21-year-old motorcyclist a sweet laced with a harmful substance, leaving him intoxicated and vulnerable to an attempt to dispossess him of his Bajaj Boxer motorcycle.
The victim reportedly raised the alarm after sensing danger, attracting members of the public who helped apprehend Badamasi, while his alleged accomplice fled.
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The victim was taken to Gamuwa Primary Health Care Centre for treatment and remains on admission, responding to medical care.
The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, has ordered the transfer of the case to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation, as efforts continue to arrest the fleeing suspect.
The police have urged residents to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to security agencies.
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