20-Year-Old Arrested Over Alleged Defilement and Robbery of Bauchi Girl

The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested a 20-year-old man, identified as Isiyaku Usman, over the alleged sexual assault and robbery of a seven-year-old girl in Darazo Local Government Area. The incident was reported to police on September 6, 2026, after the girl’s father raised a complaint concerning what had happened to his daughter.

According to the police, the suspect allegedly lured the child into an uncompleted building before taking two mobile phones in her possession and sexually assaulting her. Police said detectives began investigating shortly after the complaint was received and later arrested the suspect while he was allegedly in possession of the stolen phones.

The police said both the child and the suspect were taken to Darazo General Hospital for medical examination as part of the investigation. Their statements were also obtained by investigators. Police said the suspect allegedly confessed to the offences, although the allegations will still be subject to the legal process.

Bauchi State Commissioner of Police Sani-Omolori Aliyu condemned the incident and directed that the case be transferred to the Gender Laboratory of the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation. The command said the suspect would be charged in court after investigators complete their work.

The police also urged parents and guardians to remain vigilant about the safety and movements of children. The case has renewed attention on child protection and the need for prompt reporting and investigation of alleged sexual and gender-based violence. Authorities said the command remains committed to ensuring that the matter is properly investigated and that justice is pursued through the appropriate legal channels.