The youth leader of Salakan Kode in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area of Taraba State, Sunday Tata, has petitioned the state Commissioner of Police, calling for a comprehensive investigation into the alleged murder of Mr. Freedom Yusuf Salakan.
In the petition dated October 28, 2026, Tata urged the Taraba State Police Command to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident, which reportedly occurred on October 26, 2026.
According to the petition, Salakan was allegedly shot dead by unidentified assailants while returning from the market in Karim-Lamido Local Government Area. The attackers were also accused of taking away his motorcycle, mobile phone and money after shooting him.
The petition stated that the victim sustained gunshot injuries and died at the scene of the incident.
Tata, who said he was acting on behalf of the deceased’s family and the Salakan community, named two individuals as suspects in connection with the alleged crime.
He called on the Commissioner of Police to ensure an impartial and thorough investigation into the killing and the alleged theft of the victim’s belongings. He also requested the immediate arrest of the two named individuals for questioning and possible prosecution in accordance with the law.
Describing the incident as a serious violation of the victim’s right to life, the youth leader appealed to the police authorities to take urgent action to ensure that justice was served for the deceased and his family.
The petition, obtained by this reporter, was forwarded through the Divisional Police Officer of the Karim-Lamido Division to the Commissioner of Police, Taraba State Command, in Jalingo.
As of the time of the petition, the allegations against the named individuals remained claims requiring investigation by the relevant authorities.