Muslim man stabbed to death by thugs during midnight prayers

• Usman Muhammad, a 23-year-old volunteer security guard, was brutally murdered inside a mosque in Rigasa, Kaduna State, during Tahajjud prayers
• Despite being rushed to the hospital, Usman succumbed to multiple deep injuries, including a fatal wound near his heart
• The Kaduna State Police Command has arrested 12 suspects, recovered weapons, and vowed to charge them with culpable homicide

Police have made sweeping arrests as investigation begins fully.Source: Getty ImagesThugs attack civilians with weapons” They asked the gang why they were moving around at that time, but suddenly, some of them brought out weapons and attempted to attack Usman and his colleagues.” “They used their machetes to cut him and beat him with sticks. He sustained about five deep injuries, including one close to his heart,” the source added. “The state government is making no effort about the matter. He is from a poor family background, and he sacrificed his life to protect the community, the family source.Police react to killing of 23-year-oldPolice have vowed to prosecute the perpetrators to the full extent of the law.Source: Twitter”Before the police arrived, the assailants had already stabbed Usman Muhammad with a sharp knife. He was rushed to the hospital but was later confirmed dead,” the statement read.”This is a case of culpable homicide. Like I said in my statement, we have arrested 12 suspects, but we are still looking for others. The police is making efforts to arrest other members of the gang. After the investigation, they will be arraigned for their crime.” Muslim man slumps, dies while breaking fast

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