Bauchi State Police Command has arrested three suspects, two on allegations of possessing Indian hemp and one accused of defiling a seven‑year‑old girl, according to a report by Punch Nigeria.
The arrests were carried out in Bauchi, the capital of Bauchi State in northeastern Nigeria. Police said the two individuals were found in possession of Indian hemp, a form of cannabis commonly targeted in the country’s drug‑control efforts.
The third suspect is alleged to have committed the defilement of a seven‑year‑old girl. Details of the incident have not been disclosed, and the police have not released the identity of the victim or the accused.
Authorities confirmed that investigations are ongoing and that the suspects will be processed in accordance with Nigerian law. No information on formal charges, bail conditions, or court dates has been provided.
Bauchi State, like many regions in Nigeria, continues to grapple with drug‑related offenses and the protection of children, prompting regular police operations aimed at curbing illegal substances and safeguarding minors.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>