Son Accused Of Beating 70-Year-Old Father To Death In Jigawa

A 25-year-old Jamilu Hamisu of Mukku village in Garki has been arrested by the Police in Jigawa State for allegedly beating his 70-year-old father to death.

Spokesman for the police in the state SP Abdu Jinjiri confirmed the incident, saying that it occurred at their farm on Monday at about 1230hrs.

Jinjiri said police in Garki division rushed to the scene immediately after receiving the report and have succeeded in arresting the suspect.

According to him, the victim was rushed to Garki Primary Health Care for examination and was confirmed dead by a doctor.

The police spokesperson said a preliminary investigation showed that the suspect was seriously under the influence of drugs.

He said the case was transferred to state CID for discreet investigation.