
Bauchi Tragedy: Medical Professionals Among Four Arrested for Security Guard’s Death
On March 22, 2025, the Bauchi State Police Command arrested four individuals in connection with the death of 20-year-old security guard, Polmi Dauda.
Incident Details:
- Victim: Polmi Dauda, a security guard at Larema Hotel in Bauchi.
- Circumstances: An altercation occurred near Larema Hotel, where Dauda was employed. He sustained severe injuries during the confrontation and was transported to Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH), where he was pronounced dead upon arrival.
- Alleged Motive: Preliminary investigations suggest that the altercation may have stemmed from accusations of theft involving clothing and personal items belonging to a tenant.
Arrested Suspects:
- Ibrahim Yahaya:
- Position: Pharmacist at ATBUTH.
- Musa Awwal:
- Position: Medical doctor at ATBUTH.
- Imrana Ibrahim:
- Occupation: Local businessman.
- Zakariya’u Isah:
- Occupation: Fellow security guard.
The suspects are currently in police custody, assisting with the ongoing investigation.
Official Response:
The Commissioner of Police has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) to conduct a comprehensive analysis of the case to ensure all aspects are thoroughly examined.