Betwom Bitrus, 17, is accused of committing suicide by hanging himself in Bombar village, Bogoro Local Government Area, Bauchi State. Mr. Simon Vandi, the Divisional Police Officer in charge of the region, verified the occurrence to newsmen on Tuesday evening, September 12, 2023.
According to the police investigation, late Betwom went to the Bombar River to bathe with his buddies before the tragedy.
“I can confirm to you that at approximately 12 p.m. today (Wednesday), my office received a report of a suicide committed by one young man named Master Betwom Bitrus, 17, a resident of Bombar here in Bogoro town,” the DPO added.
“Investigation revealed that he was with friends yesterday (Tuesday), late evening. Nobody is aware of why he hanged himself. His lifeless body was found on the tree where he hanged himself. He was taken to the general hospital where he was confirmed dead.” The DPO further stated that an investigation is still ongoing to unravel the reason behind the unfortunate incident.
“I regret the death of late Betwom Bitrus, and I grieve with the family of the victim,” he added.
Speaking on the incident, a resident of Bombar, Mr. Daniel Haruna said, “Yes, I want to tell you that a young man committed suicide and we don’t know why. We are in a sad mood right now. He was last seen with friends yesterday evening. As I am talking to you, his burial has commenced.”
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