Police arrest suspects following mass livestock killings in Kaduna

Police in Kaduna State, Nigeria, have arrested 15 suspects in connection with the killing of 706 cows and 75 sheep. The incident occurred in the Atiyap chiefdom of the Zangon Kataf Local Government Area.

According to ASP Muhammad Jalige, the State Police Public Relations Officer, the animals were reportedly killed and dumped in a ditch. The investigation began after herdsmen reported the attack to the Zonkwa Divisional Police Headquarters. The suspects were apprehended across several villages, including Mate, Unguwan Tabo, Unguwan Rohogu, Runji, Mashan, Mashan Daji, and Wawan Rafi. The apprehended individuals are currently assisting with the investigation and are expected to face court charges.