The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested three suspects in connection with the murder of a woman identified as Khadija, also known as Nana, in Toro Local Government Area of the state.

The suspects were arrested on November 2, following a report of criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide.

According to a statement issued on Tuesday by the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Nafiu Habib, the incident occurred on October 31 at about 7:30 p.m.

Habib disclosed that the suspects allegedly attacked the victim with a cutlass, inflicting severe injuries to her head.

The victim, a resident of Unguwan Gangare in Jos North Local Government Area of Plateau State, was rushed to the General Hospital, Toro, for medical attention but was later confirmed dead by a doctor on duty.

The police identified the suspects as Aliyu Musa, 25; Samsu Musa, 25; and Auwalu Kabiru, 22, who are from different communities in Plateau and Bauchi states.

The victim’s remains have been deposited at the hospital mortuary for preservation and autopsy.

The police spokesman added that efforts were ongoing to locate and contact the deceased’s family. He also said the case would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Bauchi, for further investigation and prosecution.

Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, condemned the incident and assured the public that justice would be served.

The command urged residents to provide timely information to the nearest police station, reaffirming its commitment to protecting lives and property across the state.

Source: Punch Newspaper (November 3, 2026).