The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the death of Chiamaka Chukwuokore, a 17-year-old girl who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building in Owerri, Imo State, on Sunday. According to the police, Chukwuokore died on Tuesday evening, November 3, while receiving treatment in hospital. The incident occurred along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikeneagbu, Owerri, and the police have arrested 26-year-old Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph in connection with the incident.
The police had earlier reported that the incident occurred at about 1:00 pm on November 1, following an alleged altercation between Joseph and the victim. Chukwuokore was said to be the niece of Joseph's girlfriend. The victim sustained serious injuries and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where she was receiving medical attention.
An angry mob had attempted to lynch Joseph after the incident, but operatives intervened and rescued him. The police have now upgraded the charges against Joseph to murder, following Chukwuokore's death. The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Garba Bosso, has commiserated with the family of the deceased and assured the public that a thorough investigation is ongoing. The police have urged members of the public to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified information, and allow the police to carry out their duties professionally.
According to Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) of the command, DSP Henry Okoye, Chukwuokore's death was a result of the serious injuries she sustained from the incident on November 1. Okoye stated that the victim was rushed to a hospital for medical attention but unfortunately succumbed to her injuries in the evening of November 3.
The incident has sparked widespread concern in the community, with many calling for justice for the deceased. The police have assured that they will do everything possible to ensure that justice is served. The command has also warned against the spread of unverified information, urging the public to rely on official statements from the police.
The police investigation is ongoing, and Joseph is expected to face trial for murder. The community is still reeling from the shock of the incident, and many are calling for increased security measures to prevent such incidents in the future. The police have promised to take all necessary steps to prevent similar incidents.
Key points
- The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 17-year-old girl, Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building in Owerri, Imo State.
- The suspect, 26-year-old Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, has been arrested and charged with murder.
- The police have urged the public to remain calm and allow the police to carry out their duties professionally.
