The Rivers State Police Command has taken into custody a man identified as Mr. Abuchi following the alleged killing of his wife in Amaji village, Umuoyoro Community, Omuma Local Government Area.
The PUNCH reported that the incident reportedly occurred on Thursday while the couple was working on their farm. During an argument, the suspect allegedly attacked his wife, a mother of two, with a kitchen knife, resulting in her death.
A source disclosed that the woman’s screams drew the attention of other villagers in the area.
“They rushed there, overpowered the man and restrained him,” the source said.
The suspect was later handed over to the Eberi Police Division in Omuma LGA.
Spokesperson for the Rivers State Police Command, Grace Iringe-Koko,confirmed the arrest in a phone conversation with our correspondent.
“Yes, I can confirm the incident. The suspect has been arrested and the Commissioner of Police has ordered a detailed investigation to ensure timely justice,” she said.
A security source, who spoke on condition of anonymity, added that the suspect reportedly told investigators he did not know what came over him when the attack occurred.
The shocking incident has left the community in mourning, as residents struggle to understand what could have triggered the altercation.
Meanwhile, the Centre for Basic Rights and Accountability Campaign condemned the act. Prince Wiro, National Coordinator of the group, described the incident as “the height of man’s inhumanity” and emphasized that there was no justification for the suspect’s actions.
He urged the police to carry out a thorough investigation.
