Elisha Tari, a 25-year-old man from Michika Local Government Area in Adamawa State, is under arrest for allegedly killing two of his children.
The suspect, who hails from Himikidu, Michika LGA, allegedly used a stone and a stick to hit two of his children, aged three and five years, respectively.
A statement by the state police spokesperson, Suleiman Nguroje, on Saturday noted that the suspect was apprehended on August 18, 2022.
“Preliminary investigation reveals that the victim’s mother got separated from the suspect two months ago after they had a misunderstanding,” Nguroje added.
He said the suspect was arrested while trying to escape to the Cameroon Republic and was being investigated to ascertain the reason behind the brutal murder of his own children.
He further stated that the state Commissioner of Police, Sikiru Akande, who expressed sadness at the inhuman act, directed the Deputy Commissioner of Police to take over the investigation and ensure the prosecution of the suspect, aiming to serve as a deterrent to others.
He called on the public to always report to the police acts of criminality perpetrated in their communities.
