Cross River Police Arrest 45-Year-Old Man for Alleged Murder in Abi LGA
Police officers in Cross River state have apprehended a 45-year-old man, identified as Emereze Okoro, for allegedly committing murder in Igbo Imabana village, located within the Abi Local Government Area of the state. The victim, Egbegi Enya, was reportedly killed in a violent incident that has shocked the local community.
Report of the Incident
The brother of the deceased, Egbe Enya, reported the crime to the police on Friday at approximately 10:30 PM, shortly after it occurred. According to his statement, the suspect used a machete to hack the victim to death, leading to immediate police intervention.
Police Confirmation and Response
Confirming the incident to newsmen, the state police command spokesperson, ASP Sunday Akata, provided details on the swift action taken by law enforcement. Police operatives from the Abi Division promptly visited the scene of the crime, where they conducted an investigation, took photographs, and evacuated the victim's body.
The body was subsequently deposited at the Eja Memorial Joint Hospital Mortuary in Itigidi for further examination. ASP Akata emphasized that the suspect was apprehended and is set to be transferred to the state criminal investigation department (SCID) as investigations continue.
Ongoing Efforts
In his statement, ASP Akata added that efforts are ongoing to apprehend other individuals who may be connected to the crime, highlighting the police's commitment to ensuring justice is served. The case remains under active investigation as authorities work to uncover all details surrounding this tragic event.
