A newly recruited soldier, Dauda Dedan, has allegedly stabbed a Police constable, Aaron John, to death in Jalingo, Taraba State.
Confirming the incident on Wednesday, the State Police Public Relations Officer, James Lashen, stated that the tragic event occurred around 9:00 p.m. on Monday in Mayo-Goyi, a suburb of Jalingo town.
According to Lashen, Constable John had responded to a distress call from residents over a misunderstanding involving the soldier.
The PPRO while speaking on the incident, said, “During the chaos, the soldier stabbed the police officer, leading to his death.”
Lashen disclosed that the suspect fled the scene and is currently at large, but assured that efforts are underway to apprehend him.
He said, “We have reported the matter to the 6 Brigade headquarters of the Nigerian Army, and we have been given full assurances of tracking down the fugitive soldier to face the full wrath of the law.
“Both the army and the police are working hand in hand. We have visited the house of the soldier and will ensure he is arrested and brought to book accordingly.”
Naija News reports that the PPRO reiterated that despite the unfortunate incident, the relationship between the Nigerian Army and the Police in Taraba State remains cordial.
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