The Kaduna State Police Command has condemned the mob killing of a woman accused of child theft in Maraban Jos, on Sunday, describing the incident as “barbaric” and a direct assault on the rule of law.

In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Mansir Hassan, the command said the victim was attacked by a mob over allegations of child theft.

According to the statement, police officers initially rescued the woman from the angry crowd and moved her to the station for safety and investigation.

However, the situation escalated when a large crowd, numbering in the hundreds, reportedly stormed the police station, overpowered officers on duty, and forcibly removed her from custody.

“The crowd overpowered officers on duty, forcibly removed the woman from custody, killed her, and set her body ablaze,” the statement said.

The victim was identified as a native of Maraban Jos.

The police described the act as unlawful and unacceptable, stressing that no individual or group has the authority to take the law into their own hands.

“This act is barbaric, criminal, and a direct assault on the rule of law. No person or group has the authority to take the law into their own hands,” the command stated.

The police further disclosed that several suspects have already been arrested in connection with the incident, while a manhunt is ongoing for others involved.

It added that a comprehensive investigation has commenced, with assurances that all those responsible would be brought to justice.

Commissioner of Police, CP Rabiu Muhammad, warned that the command would not tolerate jungle justice, mob action, or attacks on police formations and personnel.

“The Command will not tolerate jungle justice, mob action, or attacks on police formations and personnel,” he warned, urging residents to report suspicious persons or activities to the police and allow due legal process to take its course.

The command reaffirmed its commitment to protecting lives and property and ensuring justice in accordance with the law.

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