The Adamawa State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a 36-year-old man, Jaafar Adamu, for allegedly raping his neighbour’s wife in the Hong Local Government Area of the state.
The Adamawa Police Public Relations Officer, SP Suleiman Yahaya-Nguroje, who confirmed this in a statement on Wednesday, said the suspect was arrested September 15.
According to the statement, the suspect who wore a face mask, raped the 23-year-old wife of his neighbour in Angwan Diocese Kala’a in Hong town.
However, after commiting the crime, the face mask fell off, and he was recognised by the victim.
The suspect escaped but was later apprehended.
The statement added that the Police are currently investigating the matter and the culprit, if found wanting, would be prosecuted.
