70-year-old man arrested for allegedly defiling minor in Bauchi

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 70-year-old man, identified as Usman Abubakar, over the alleged defilement of an eight-year-old girl in the Tsakanin Bayara area of Bauchi metropolis.

The suspect was arrested following a complaint lodged at the ‘E’ Division, Yelwa, on Wednesday, August 26, 2026, by the victim’s 48-year-old father.

The arrest came barely days after the command apprehended a man, Balarabe Adamu, for allegedly defiling his eight-month-old stepdaughter in Lame community, Toro Local Government Area of the state.

According to a statement issued by the Spokesman of the Command, SP Nafiu Habib, the father reported that on Sunday, August 24, at about 11:00 a.m., Abubakar allegedly lured his daughter to an uncompleted building in the area, where he allegedly sexually abused her.

The Command said operatives of the division immediately swung into action and arrested the suspect.

During interrogation, the suspect allegedly confessed to the offence.

The victim was subsequently taken to the Police Clinic for medical examination and necessary care.

The case has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID), Bauchi, for discreet investigation and prosecution.

The Commissioner of Police, Sani-Omolori Aliyu, condemned the alleged act and assured the public that the investigation would be thoroughly conducted, with the suspect charged to court in accordance with the law.

The Command reiterated its zero tolerance for sexual violence and child abuse, urging parents, guardians and members of the public to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities to the nearest police station.