Bauchi Police Arrest Five Over Alleged Sexual Assault of Two Girls

The Bauchi State Police Command says it has arrested five suspects over separate allegations involving girls aged 10 and 12 in Zaki and Katagum local government areas. Police said four suspects were arrested after a 12-year-old girl was allegedly abducted and sexually assaulted in Sakwa District, Zaki LGA. The case was reported by the girl’s father, and she was taken to General Hospital, Zaki, for medical examination. In a separate case, police arrested a 15-year-old boy over the alleged sexual assault of a 10-year-old girl in Buskuri Village, Azare. The victim was taken for medical examination, while both cases were transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation. The police commissioner said the command would pursue thorough investigations and prosecution where warranted. Police also urged parents and guardians to report suspected abuse and help children feel safe speaking up.

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