A suspected looter who was apprehended by troops of the Nigerian Army in Ngala Local Government Area of Borno State has died after reportedly suffering a cardiac arrest while attempting to flee from security personnel.

Security sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 1:45 a.m. on June 25 when troops of 3 Battalion (Mechanised) under 24 Task Force Brigade, aided by members of the Civilian Joint Task Force (CJTF), detected suspicious movement through closed-circuit television (CCTV) surveillance around the Junior Quarters in Ngala.

The troops swiftly responded and apprehended a suspect allegedly involved in looting goods from a bogged-down vehicle.

According to the sources, the suspect attempted to escape while being taken into custody but suddenly collapsed during the pursuit.

He was immediately evacuated to the Ngala General Hospital, where he was later confirmed dead.

A medical examination attributed the death to cardiac arrest, allegedly caused by an overdose of illicit drugs.

The sources said security personnel recovered quantities of tramadol and flurazepam from the deceased.

The incident has been reported to the Nigeria Police in Ngala for further investigation and necessary action. (Zagazola)