A horrifying incident has shaken the quiet of Tatsan Yamma Village in Kano State, leaving a young woman traumatized and the community reeling from a brutal home invasion. Hobnob News has learned that the Kano State Police Command has launched a full-scale investigation into the early morning attack, which involved the gang rape of a housewife and the theft of valuables.
The incident unfolded at approximately 6:00 am on Friday, when five suspected robbers forcibly entered the residence of Muttaqa Malam, a 50-year-old resident of the village, located in the Tsanyawa Local Government Area. The assailants targeted the room of his 27-year-old wife, Hadiza Muttaqa, where they subjected her to a terrifying ordeal.
According to police reports, the intruders tied Hadiza up with a USB cable before proceeding to gang-rape her. They then ransacked the house, stealing valuable items before making their escape. “Intelligence sources confirmed that a group of five unidentified hoodlums stormed the home of one Muttaqa Malam, 50, at approximately 6:00 a.m.,” the police stated.
The victim was promptly transported to Bichi General Hospital for urgent medical attention and treatment. The Kano State Police Command has deployed crime scene detectives to gather evidence, and local authorities have assured residents that a comprehensive manhunt is underway to apprehend the perpetrators.
“Crime scene detectives were dispatched to collate evidence, just as local authorities have assured that a full-scale manhunt is underway to track down the fleeing perpetrators and bring them to justice,” the police statement read.
The attack has sent shockwaves through the community, with residents expressing their outrage and demanding swift action from law enforcement agencies to address the growing security concerns. “The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, as residents demand swift action from law enforcement agencies to curb the rising tide of crime,” the police said.
The Kano State Police Command has pledged to intensify its efforts to ensure the safety and security of citizens. Authorities are appealing to the public for any information that could assist in the investigation and lead to the arrest of the suspects.
As the investigation progresses, the community remains on edge, grappling with the aftermath of this brutal crime. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the vulnerability of communities to criminal elements and highlights the urgent need for enhanced security measures.
