Police Arrest 26-Year-Old Man Over Alleged Attempted Murder of Teenager in Owerri

The Imo State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old man, identified as Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, over the alleged attempted murder of his girlfriend’s 17-year-old sister in Owerri.

The incident reportedly occurred on November 1 along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikeneagbu, following an alleged disagreement between the suspect and the teenager.

According to the police, the suspect allegedly pushed the girl from a two-storey building, leaving her with serious injuries.

The victim was immediately taken to a nearby hospital, where she is currently receiving treatment in critical condition.

Police operatives reportedly intervened after an angry crowd attempted to lynch the suspect following the incident. Officers rescued him from the mob and subsequently took him into custody.

The Commissioner of Police in Imo State, Audu Garba Bosso, said the command had commenced a thorough investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.

Bosso assured residents that appropriate legal action would be taken based on the findings of the investigation.

The police also appealed to members of the public to remain calm, avoid circulating unverified information and allow investigators to establish the facts.

The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue, while the teenager remains in critical condition at the hospital.