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Chaos as prison van crashes in Yobe, inmate escapes
The Nigerian Correctional Service in Yobe State has declared a convicted inmate wanted after he escaped following a road accident while being transported between custodial facilities.
According to the command’s Public Relations Officer, Abdullahi Adamu, the incident occurred on April 13 when a vehicle conveying inmates from the Medium Security Custodial Centre in Potiskum to Damaturu was involved in a crash.
In an official statement released on Wednesday, Adamu said the service had confirmed the escape of the inmate during the confusion that followed the accident.
“The general public is hereby notified that the Nigerian Correctional Service Yobe State command has confirmed the escape of an inmate from the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Potiskum,” the statement said.
“The unfortunate incident occurred while efforts are being made to rescue the affected accident victims. The individual managed to flee the scene of the accident,” it added.
The escaped inmate was identified as Dahiru Mohammed, 30, of Askiwari village via Tarmuwa.
He bears prison number J/1539/24 and was admitted into custody on November 29, 2024.
The command described Mohammed as dangerous and directed the public to avoid him entirely.
“The escaped individual is considered dangerous and members of the public are advised not to have any personal dealings with him,” the statement warned.
It called on anyone with relevant information to act without delay.
“If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of this individual, or if you spotted anyone suspicious near the site of the accident on the Potiskum-Damaturu road, please take immediate action: report to the nearest police station or correctional facility,” the statement read.
Emergency contacts provided by the command include 07038397460, 07063348987, the MSCC Potiskum Duty Office on 08062211873 and the Yobe State Command headquarters on 08038452982.
The command also cautioned the public against shielding the fugitive.
“Harbouring a fugitive is a serious criminal offence punishable by law. We appreciate the cooperation of the public in ensuring the swift return of the inmate to custody,” it added.
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