Bauchi Police Arrest 18-Year-Old Woman for Allegedly Stabbing Husband Over Phone, Money
The Bauchi State Police Command has arrested an 18-year-old woman, Fatima Dalha, for allegedly stabbing her 30-year-old husband in the stomach following a domestic dispute in Dass Local Government Area of the state.
The incident reportedly happened at Lirr Bajar on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at approximately 6:00 a.m.
The police spokesperson, SP Nafi’u Habib, who confirmed the development to journalists, said the dispute began when the woman allegedly confronted her husband over money, wrappers and a phone she claimed belonged to her.
Habib explained that the disagreement escalated when the suspect allegedly picked up a knife and stabbed her husband in the stomach.
The victim reportedly collapsed and began bleeding, prompting concern among residents of the neighbourhood.
According to the police spokesperson, an angry mob gathered at the scene and threatened to lynch the suspect before police officers from the Dass Division intervened and rescued her.
The injured man was taken to a hospital for medical attention and is currently receiving treatment.
The police confirmed that the suspect had been taken into custody and that the knife allegedly used in the attack had been recovered.
Habib further stated that the case would be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department in Bauchi for a discreet investigation.
Meanwhile, the Commissioner of Police, CP Sani-Omolori Aliyu, expressed concern over the rising cases of domestic violence involving young couples.
He advised couples to seek peaceful ways of settling disputes, including involving trusted family members and elders or using lawful channels to address grievances.
The commissioner also cautioned residents against taking the law into their own hands, stressing that the police would handle the case in accordance with the law.
