By Uzair Adam
The Bauchi State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 50-year-old businessman for alleged culpable homicide after a domestic dispute with his 24-year-old second wife turned fatal.
Command spokesperson CSP Ahmed Wakil, in a statement on Sunday, said the incident happened in the Fadaman-Mada area of Bauchi during an argument over food ingredients and fruits for breaking the Ramadan fast.
Reports indicate that the disagreement escalated, leading to the husband allegedly striking his wife with a cane.
She reportedly collapsed and lost consciousness in their home.
Authorities rushed her to the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital, where medical personnel confirmed her death.
Wakil said the police have taken the suspect into custody and recovered the cane allegedly used in the assault as evidence.
The deceased’s body has been placed in the mortuary pending an autopsy.
Commissioner of Police Auwal Musa reassured the public of the command’s commitment to justice, stressing that domestic violence is a serious offense with severe consequences.
“The Police Command remains dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of all citizens while holding perpetrators of criminal acts accountable,” he said.