By Francesca Hangeior.
The Kano State Commissioner of Police, CP Salman Garba, has raised concern over increased cases of culpable homicide resulting from fighting, stabbing with knives, drowning in water, and flood-related death in the state.
CP Garba who made this known in a statement issued by his spokesperson, SP Abdullahi Haruna, said the alarming trend has resulted in the loss of precious lives, leaving families and communities devastated.
He said the command has swung into action by increasing patrols and surveillance in high-risk areas and also engaging with community leaders as well as stakeholders to address the root causes of the disturbing trends.
CP Garba however, urged the residents to exercise caution and restraint from violent behaviors in their daily interactions to prevent occurrence and reoccurrence of the incidents.
According to the statement, “The Kano State Police Command has observed a disturbing and alarming trend of increased cases of culpable homicide resulting from fighting, stabbing with knives, drowning in water, and flood-related death. These incidents have resulted in the loss of precious lives, leaving families and communities devastated.
“The Command is deeply concerned about this trend and urges the public to exercise extreme caution and restraint in their daily interactions to prevent such occurrences. In this regard, we appeal to parents and guardians to counsel their children and wards on the dangers of engaging in violent behavior and the consequences of such actions.
“Members of the public are also advised to: Avoid engaging in physical altercations or arguments that could escalate into violence and refrain from carrying dangerous weapons, especially knives, broken bottles, irons, clubs, etc.
“Similarly, be mindful of their surroundings and avoid situations that could lead to physical harm, stay away from flooded areas and avoid attempting to cross flooded roads or waterways and report any incidents or suspicious activities to the nearest police station.
“The Kano State Police Command is working tirelessly to address this issue and ensure public safety. We have increased patrols and surveillance in high-risk areas, and the Police Command is engaging with community leaders and stakeholders to address the root causes of these incidents.
“Finally, the Commissioner of Police, CP Salman Dogo Garba encourages anyone with information on such incidents to report to the nearest police station as your cooperation and support are crucial in preventing loss of lives and maintaining peace in the State,” the statement however reads.