Lucky Obukohwo, Reporting
The Jigawa State Police Command has said that a man who attempted to vandalize armoured cables at the Jigawa State Secretariat Complex in Dutse, the Jigawa State capital has died from electrocution.
The image maker of the command, SP Shi’isu Adam who disclosed this in his statement to Journalists in the state, said the incident occurred around 10 am on Wednesday.
He said the Police received a distress call from the Ministry of Works regarding the event and and acted immediately.
The statement revealed that upon the arrival of the police, they discovered the lifeless body of an unidentified male adult under a slab containing electrical wiring.
According to the command’s Public Relations Officer, preliminary investigations showed that the deceased was electrocuted while attempting to vandalise the cables.
“The body, which had begun to decompose, was evacuated to the Dutse General Hospital for a medical examination. This gruesome incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers associated with vandalising public infrastructure, particularly electrical installations,” the PPRO said.
Adam appealed to the residents to remain vigilant and report any suspicious person or activity in their communities to the nearest police station.
“This incident highlights the importance of community policing and cooperation in maintaining security,” he added.
The image maker of the command however, confirmed that the police were working to identify the deceased and investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
“As the investigation progresses, the command will provide additional updates. This incident serves as a warning to would-be vandals and a reminder of the consequences of their actions,” Adam said.