The suspect, recognized as Emmanuel Olatonok, was accused of stabbing Ibrahim Shago, a resident of Karnaya city, in the neck with a knife at Rafin Sanyi, Dutse Local Government Area.
The incident occurred at about 5:45 pm on Thursday, October 29, 2026. Police mentioned the suspect, who reportedly labored at Moonlight Hotel in the realm, was allegedly drunk when the disagreement occurred.
Shago was taken to a hospital shortly after the assault however was pronounced lifeless by a physician.
The incident reportedly attracted a crowd of youths who tried to assault the lodge the place the suspect labored. Police officers from Dutse Division, nevertheless, intervened and prevented the state of affairs from escalating.
In an announcement, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Shiisu Lawan Adam, mentioned the suspect remained in custody as investigators labored to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
He added that the suspect could be prosecuted after the investigation had been accomplished.
The Commissioner of Police, Tijjani Murtala, urged residents to keep away from violence throughout disagreements and suggested anybody with grievances to hunt redress by means of lawful channels quite than resorting to self-help.
