A 65-year-old woman was tragically stabbed to death by her nephew in a violent incident that has shocked the community. The attack reportedly occurred at her home, and authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the event. Emergency services were called, but unfortunately, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. The nephew has been taken into custody, and charges are expected to be filed as the investigation continues. Further details regarding the motive or the relationship between the individuals involved have not yet been disclosed.
A tragic incident unfolded in Bagadaza Quarters, Gombe State, where 31-year-old Jonathan James allegedly stabbed his 65-year-old aunt, Ramatu Musa, to death with a sharp knife. The attack occurred late at night, prompting a distress call received by the patrol team from Pantami Division at 2:15 a.m.
Girema Yahaya, the leader of the patrol team, stated that they responded promptly to the scene. Unfortunately, Ramatu Musa succumbed to her injuries and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the Specialist Hospital in Gombe. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
According to a statement from the state Police Public Relations Officer, Buhari Abdullahi, the late Ramatu Musa sustained severe chest injuries from the stabbing, which occurred around 1:35 a.m. on October 21, 2024.
He confirmed that the suspect, Jonathan James, was arrested at the scene, and the knife used in the crime was recovered as evidence. Abdullahi emphasized that the police are treating this case with utmost seriousness and that James will soon face charges in court. He condemned the attack as a heinous act and assured that the perpetrator would face the full weight of the law.
