The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two persons for allegedly assaulting police officers during a routine vehicle inspection.
The incident occurred on Saturday, October 3, 2026 along Yelwa Road, Bauchi, while officers were conducting routine enforcement under Operation Velvet.
The spokesperson for the command, SP Nafiu Habib, who disclosed this in a statement on Sunday, October 4, said operatives attached to the ‘E’ Division Patrol Team intercepted a vehicle driven by a man identified as Friday and Yunana Ali, and requested to inspect the vehicle documents.
According to the PPRO, the suspects allegedly refused to comply with the officers’ request, became hostile and physically assaulted members of the patrol team, tearing the uniform of an inspector in the process.
“The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested two suspects for criminal conspiracy, obstruction of public officers on duty, assault, and malicious damage,the statement read.
“On 3rd October, 2026, at about 0900hrs, operatives attached to the ‘E’ Division Patrol Team, while on routine enforcement of Operation Velvet along Yelwa Road, Bauchi, intercepted a vehicle driven by one Friday (surname yet to be ascertained) and one Yunana Ali, and politely requested to see the vehicle particulars.
“Rather than comply with lawful directives, the duo allegedly became hostile, refused to present the documents, and resorted to physically assaulting the patrol team, in the process tearing the uniform of an Inspector of Police.
“The suspects were promptly subdued and taken into custody at ‘E’ Division, where a discreet investigation has commenced.
“The Commissioner of Police, Bauchi State Command, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, mni, psc(+), has strongly condemned the act, describing it as an affront to constituted authority and a deliberate attempt to undermine law enforcement efforts aimed at ensuring public safety.
“He reiterated that assault on Police officers performing their lawful duties will not be tolerated, and reminded members of the public that the law provides legitimate channels for redress where grievances exist.
“The suspects will be charged to court upon conclusion of investigation.
“The Command urges members of the public to remain law-abiding, cooperate with Police officers on routine checks, and desist from acts capable of breaching public peace.”
