Gombe Community in Mourning as Missing 15-Year-Old Girl Found Dead with Mutilated Body Parts
A tragic incident has plunged the community of Kwami Local Government Area in Gombe State into deep mourning after the lifeless body of a 15-year-old girl, Aisha Abubakar, was discovered in a bush with mutilated body parts. The young girl had been reported missing just a day earlier, sparking widespread concern among residents and family members.
Disappearance During Evening Errand
Aisha Abubakar was sent by her parents to purchase soya beans at approximately 5:40 p.m. on Monday, January 26, 2026. When she failed to return home, her family grew increasingly anxious, initiating frantic searches throughout the village and its surrounding areas. The disappearance immediately raised alarms, with community members joining efforts to locate the missing teenager.
Shocking Discovery in Bush Outskirts
On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at around 12:00 p.m., the grim discovery was made. Aisha's body was found concealed in a hole within a bush on the outskirts of her village. The finding sent shockwaves through the community, transforming concern into profound grief and outrage.
Police Confirm Signs of Violence and Mutilation
The Gombe State Police Command, through its spokesperson DSP Buhari Abdullahi, confirmed the incident as a case of culpable homicide. According to the official statement, preliminary observations at the scene revealed clear signs of violence, with specific parts of the victim's body found mutilated.
"We have received a report of a culpable homicide incident today from Malam Abubakar, the father of the victim, one Aisha Abubakar, aged 15," DSP Abdullahi stated. "She was sent on an errand to buy soya beans on January 26, 2026, at about 1740hrs but did not return home and could not be located despite frantic searches. Unfortunately, her lifeless body was discovered in a bush on the outskirts of the village today."
Immediate Police Response and Investigation
Police detectives promptly visited the crime scene, documenting evidence in accordance with standard security procedures. The victim's body was subsequently evacuated to a hospital for a thorough medical examination to aid the investigation.
DSP Abdullahi assured the public that investigations are actively ongoing, with concerted efforts underway to identify and apprehend the perpetrator or perpetrators responsible for this heinous act. The police command has launched a comprehensive manhunt to bring those accountable to justice.
Appeal for Community Cooperation
In light of the tragic event, the Gombe State Police Command has appealed to residents of Kwami village to support the ongoing investigation. Authorities have specifically urged community members not to take the law into their own hands, emphasizing the importance of allowing due process to unfold through proper legal channels.
This heartbreaking case highlights ongoing security concerns in the region and underscores the vulnerability of minors in certain circumstances. The community remains in a state of shock as they mourn the loss of young Aisha Abubakar, whose life was tragically cut short in such violent circumstances.
