Police operatives in Adamawa State have arrested one Umar Snu in connection with gruesome murder of a Point of Sale (PoS) operator, Abbas Yuguda, a 35-year-old man, who was attacked in Mayo-Belwa local government area of the state.
The incident occurred on Saturday 22nd March, 2025, when the victim was on his way home after closing from his business premises.
A group of people said to be armed with offensive weapons, attacked and inflicted severe injuries on Yuguda’s head and left him lying in a pool of his blood.
The Command’s operatives attached to Mayo Belwa Divisional Police headquarters arrived at the scene and immediately rushed the victim to Cottage Hospital, Mayo-Belwa, in a bid to save his life where he was confirmed dead while on admission receiving treatment.
Angry mob trailed Snu and subdued him before the arrival of Police personnel who rescued and took him to their custody.
The suspect was equally rushed to the hospital for medical attention where he is now reportedly aiding police investigation.
Commissioner of Police, Adamawa State Command, CP Dankombo Morris strongly condemned this act of violence and has directed a thorough and discreet investigation to ensure that the perpetrators were brought to justice.
He also warned members of the public to desist from taking laws into their hands, and urged them to allow the law to always take its course.
The Command further urged residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the nearest police station.
