Community demands justice after man is allegedly shot dead in Taraba

The youth leader of Salakan Kode in Karim-Lamido local government council of Taraba state, Sunday Tata, has petitioned the state commissioner of police, demanding a thorough investigation into the alleged murder of Mr. Freedom Yusuf Salakan.

In a petition dated October 28, 2026, Tata called on the Taraba State Police Command to investigate the killing, which reportedly occurred on October 26, 2026.

According to the petition, Salakan was allegedly shot dead while returning from the market in Karim- Lamido local government council.

The petition further alleged that the attackers took away the victim’s motorcycle, telephone and money after shooting him. It stated that he died at the scene from gunshot injuries.

Tata, who said he was acting on behalf of the victim’s family and the Salakan community accused two individuals, of alleged involvement in the incident.

He urged the Commissioner of Police to order an impartial investigation into the circumstances surrounding the killing and the alleged robbery.

The petition also called for the immediate arrest of the two individuals for questioning and possible prosecution in accordance with the law.

Describing the incident as a grave violation of the victim’s right to life, Tata appealed to the police authorities to take urgent steps to ensure justice for the deceased and his family.

The petition, as noticed by our reporter, was routed through the Divisional Police Officer of the Karim-Lamido Division to the Commissioner of Police, Taraba State Command, in Jalingo.