Panic as decomposed body found at Jigawa hill

Panic as decomposed body found at Jigawa hill

 Residents of Dutse, the Jigawa State capital, were thrown into panic after a decomposed human body was discovered on Kandahar Hill, opposite Dutse General Hospital.Confirming the incident on Friday, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shi’isu Adam, identified the deceased as 37-year-old Ado Barau, popularly known as Jojo, from Kasarau Fagoji in Dutse metropolis.Adam said the deceased had long suffered from a mental disorder.The incident, reported to the police on September 16 at about 3:45 p.m., prompted detectives from Dutse Division to visit the scene.However, due to the advanced state of decomposition and the foul odour, the body was buried at the site with assistance from the local government welfare department.“The burial took place in the presence of the deceased’s relatives, representatives of traditional institutions, operatives from the DSS, NSCDC, FRSC, and members of the local community,” SP Adam stated.He added that the deceased’s elder brother, Rabiu Shehu, alongside local leaders, confirmed that Barau had been battling mental illness and dismissed speculation that parts of his body were missing.SP Adam urged the public to disregard fake news that could cause panic, emphasising the importance of vigilance and prompt reporting of suspicious activities.He also reassured residents of the Command’s commitment to transparency, professionalism, and the protection of lives and property.Earlier, unverified reports had circulated in Dutse claiming that the deceased’s eyes were missing, with some residents linking the incident to the approaching political campaign season. Police have since debunked the claims.

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 - NigerianEye

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