Markus Dali, a resident of Sina Kwande in Michika Local Government Area of Adamawa State has lost his life while attempting to settle a fight between two individuals.
The incident occurred on August 30 when Dali intervened in a dispute between Barka Yama and Alex Z. Tari.
It was gathered that Barka allegedly struck Dali, causing him to fall unconscious. He was later confirmed dead at the hospital.
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The 32-year-old suspect, Barka, has been arrested and charged with culpable homicide under Section 191 of the Penal Code.
At a magistrates’ court in Yola, the prosecuting officer, ASP Francis Audu, recounted the events, explaining that Dali tried to separate the two fighters but was dealt a fatal blow by Barka.
Chief Magistrate Muhammed Njidda has ordered Barka’s remand at a correctional facility, pending legal advice from the Department of Public Prosecutions.
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