Stray bullet kills police officer during patrol in Adamawa

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 - A police inspector, Musa Kampani, was k!lled by a stray bullet during a patrol operation along Song–Gombi Road in Song Local Government Area of Adamawa State.

Police sources at the Adamawa State Police Command disclosed that the incident occurred at about 11:00 a.m. on Sunday May 25, 2025 during a routine patrol and stop-and-search operation conducted by operatives attached to the Safer Highway Patrol team. 

According to him, the officers intercepted a tricycle passenger carrying a Dane gun and dressed in plain clothes. 

Upon questioning, the individual failed to provide a satisfactory explanation of his identity or authority to carry the weapon. 

This led to an altercation, during which members of the Hunters and Civilian Joint Task Force (JTF) reportedly mobilized to the scene and began firing shots into the air. 

Tragically, Inspector Musa Kampani, was struck by a stray pellet during the chaos. 

The Divisional Police Officer in Song promptly led a team to the scene. 

The injured officer was rushed to Cottage Hospital, Song, where he was confirmed d3ad on arrival. 

His remains have been deposited at the hospital morgue for autopsy. 

The Hunters/Civilian JTF Commander, Adamu Zubairu, has been arrested in connection with the incident, while efforts are ongoing to apprehend other fleeing suspects. 

The State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) has commenced a full investigation into the matter.