The body of a yet-to-be-identified man who was electrocuted while attempting to vandalise a transformer on the premises of the Borno State University, Maiduguri, the state capital, has been evacuated by the police.
This is coming on the heels of repeated warnings against the vandalism of electrical installations across the country.
According to the PPRO, preliminary investigations revealed that the deceased was electrocuted while attempting to vandalise the electrical installations.
Daso noted that the police, in collaboration with the state fire service, evacuated the body from the scene, adding that an investigation had commenced into the incident.
He stated, “The Borno State Police Command wishes to inform the public that today, 7/9/2025, the body of an unidentified male was discovered near a transformer in Borno State University, Maiduguri.
“Preliminary investigations revealed that the deceased was electrocuted in an attempt to vandalise electrical installations.
The command has since commenced a full investigation into the incident, while the body, in collaboration with the Borno State Fire Service, has been evacuated to the hospital for proper medical procedures.”
He stressed the command’s commitment to the protection of lives and property, but warned residents against acts of vandalism.
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