Adamawa police arrest hotel receptionists, security guard over brutal murder
The Adamawa State Police Command has confirmed the apprehension of three individuals linked to the brutal murder of Bilkisu Alhaji Idi at the Happy Day Quest Inn Hotel in Yola North Local Government.
The suspects, identified as Offa Jacob and Yifarta Caleb, both receptionists, and Habibu Isah, a security guard, were taken into custody following the shocking incident on January 18, 2024.
Bilkisu Alhaji Idi, the victim, was allegedly killed and beheaded by a suspected ritualist who had checked into the hotel with her.
The arrests were announced as part of the ongoing investigation into this disturbing case.
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The detained suspects, currently in protective custody, are expected to provide crucial information aiding investigators in unraveling the circumstances surrounding this heinous crime.
The police have not disclosed specific details about the motive or the identity of the suspected ritualist.
This incident has raised concerns about safety measures in hotels, prompting authorities to scrutinise the circumstances leading to such a gruesome event within the premises of the Happy Day Quest Inn Hotel.
The police reassured the public that the arrests represent a significant step toward justice for Bilkisu Alhaji Idi and ensuring a thorough investigation of this tragic incident.
