The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the death of 17 year old Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who allegedly fell from a two-storey building after being pushed by her aunt’s 26 year old boyfriend, identified as Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, in Owerri.
According to the police, the teenager sustained serious injuries in the incident and was rushed to a hospital for medical attention. However, she died on the evening of November 3 while receiving treatment.
In a statement, the command disclosed that the suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Garba Bosso, expressed condolences to the deceased’s family and assured the public that the command was conducting a thorough investigation to ensure justice is served.
The police have yet to provide further details about the circumstances leading to the incident.
More updates are expected as investigations continue.
Written by Enitan Mudashiru
