Ibrahim Augustine Arrested for Stabbing in Meat Dispute

In Mararaban Vimtim, Mubi North Local Government Area, a dispute over roasted meat resulted in the death of Haggai Markus, aged 21. The Adamawa State Police Command arrested Ibrahim Augustine, 28, in connection with the incident.

According to SP Suleiman Nguroji, the police spokesperson, the altercation occurred on Wednesday at approximately 8pm when Markus and Augustine had a misunderstanding regarding meat taken from a butcher's table. During the dispute, Augustine allegedly stabbed Markus in the chest with a knife.

The incident was reported to the police by Markus Gabo, the father of the deceased, at around 2045hrs on the same day. Police operatives from the Mubi North Division responded promptly, discovering Markus's lifeless body and recovering a sharp knife as evidence.

The body was taken to the Federal Medical Centre, Mubi, where a doctor confirmed the death. The case will be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation and prosecution.

Commissioner of Police Kabir Hassan expressed condolences to the family and emphasized the importance of peaceful dispute resolution.