Pandemonium broke out on Sunday in Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area of Cross River State, after a 23 year old man allegedly slit his father’s throat with a machete, killing him instantly.
The suspect, identified as Bassey Ubi, was said to have attacked his father shortly after the deceased returned from church. The machete attack reportedly resulted in a deep cut to the neck, leading to the father’s immediate death.
Residents were said to have attempted to lynch the suspect before police officers arrived and rescued him from the mob.
Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer of the Cross River State Police Command, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, said the suspect was believed to have acted under the influence of illicit substances.
