Anambra Police Arrest Man Who Allegedly Killed Brother Over Foodstuff In Abagana
Police operatives attached to the Abagana Police Divisional Headquarters and AVG Operatives, Abagana, on 7th February 2025, by 7 pm, arrested one Anthony Kosisochukwu Okafor of Adegbe Village, Abagana, Njikoka LGA, over the death of his elder brother, Emmanuel Okafor aged 45 years.
A release issued by the State Police Public Relations Officer, PPRO, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, said that the 37 year old suspect confessed to having engaged his brother in a fight over a heated argument about using foodstuffs in the house.
Kosisochukwu was said to have used a stick to pierce the deceased chest, and was rushed to the hospital where the doctor in duty confirmed him dead.
The police spokesperson described the incident as quite disturbing and highlights the importance of addressing domestic violence and conflicts amongst family members.
According to the PPRO, it also underscores the need to manage conflicts and emotions healthily and constructively to avoid irreparable consequences.
The statement informed that the case has been transferred to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department, Awka, and shall be charged to court on the conclusion of the investigation.
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