Mob kills one, injures other for allegedly stealing dog in Bauchi

By Rauf Oyewole

The Bauchi State Police Command has said that it is investigating a mob attack on two persons who were accused of stealing a dog at Lushi area Bauchi metropolis that resulted in the loss of one Peter.

A statement by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, CSP Ahmed Wakil, stated that the incident occurred on Wednesday jungle justice was inflicted upon an individual named Peter on April 9, 2025, at about 11:30 pm.

Wakil said that the incident involved a mob assault on two persons accused of dog theft. The victim, according to him, a 38 years old Dokagk Danladi, was reportedly attacked by a group of youths in a secluded area behind Lushi as a result of the allegations. 

“Dokagk sustained severe injuries, including machete wounds to his head, and has since been evacuated to Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) in Bauchi for medical attention. His companion, Peter, whose surname remains unidentified, was found at the scene and was regrettably declared dead by medical personnel.

“The investigation is currently underway. The Command is diligently working to ensure a thorough examination of this incident, focusing on identifying all individuals involved in the mob assault. The Divisional Police Officer (DPO) leads a team of detectives who visit the crime scene to gather evidence and gain a comprehensive understanding of the event's circumstances.

The Command’s Spokesman said that the Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, described the act as “barbaric and detrimental to our nation's legal framework”. 

“He cautioned the indigenes of Bauchi State that under his leadership, the Command would not condone any individuals taking the law into their own hands by inflicting harm on suspects arrested for alleged crimes in such an inhumane and unlawful manner.

“He further emphasised that no individual possesses the authority to treat a suspect in such a brutal manner, and it is erroneous for anyone to assume the role of law enforcement. Suspects apprehended in connection with any alleged crime should be promptly handed over to the police or relevant law enforcement agencies responsible for investigation and prosecution.”

The CP appealed to the public to remain calm as the investigation progresses.