Katsina Police spokesperson, SP Gambo Isah, who confirmed Haruna's arrest, stated that the suspect who lived in the Dorawar Natiba area of Birdigau village, in the Kankara Local Government Area of the state, allegedly committed the crime in December 2019.

According to Isah, Haruna tricked 14-year-old Hamsiya Lawal to a nearby bush where he allegedly smashed her head with a stone.

“The suspect smashed her head with heavy stone, killing her instantly," Isah was quoted as saying.

The police spokesman added that investigation is ongoing on the matter.