Two Arrested After Speeding Vehicle Kills Woman in Rivers
Two Arrested After Speeding Vehicle Kills Woman in Rivers

The Rivers State Police Command has arrested two suspects following the death of a young woman, Eno Udosen, who was killed by a speeding vehicle in Port Harcourt on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. The incident occurred near the Rivers State University campus when a vehicle in a convoy struck the victim.

Details of the Accident

According to witnesses, Eno Udosen sustained fatal injuries after being knocked down by a speeding vehicle. She hit her head on the ground and died at the scene. Some occupants of the convoy vehicles reportedly fled after realizing the woman had died.

Police Response and Arrests

Security personnel attached to the university and police were immediately alerted and cordoned off all exit points from the campus. Operatives from the Nkpolu Police Division, working with university security, arrested two suspects identified as Onunaka and Daniel. They were driving a Toyota Camry Spider and a Mercedes-Benz E300, respectively. Sources suggest the suspects may be students of Rivers State University.

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Investigation Ongoing

The suspects are being detained at the Nkpolu Police Division in the Mile 3 area of Diobu, Port Harcourt. The victim's body has been recovered and deposited in a mortuary. Police spokesperson Blessing Agabe confirmed the incident and arrests on Wednesday, stating, 'Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident, while the woman’s corpse has been retrieved and deposited in the mortuary. So, yes, I can confirm the incident, and the investigation is ongoing.'

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