In Nekede, Owerri West Local Government Area of Imo State, a dreadful incident unfolded where an unidentified man reportedly brutally attacked his wife due to suspicions of infidelity.
The incident came to light
after a viral video showed the man attacking his wife with a knife.
According to reports, the man
was alerted by a neighbour on April 10 that his wife was engaging in an
extramarital affair in their matrimonial home.
The husband was said to have
rushed home and caught his wife with her lover in their bedroom, while their
6-year-old daughter was left alone in the living room.
It was gathered that out of
anger, the husband attacked his wife with a knife, leaving her severely
injured.
Her lover was said to have been
allowed to leave the scene unharmed.
The Imo state police command on
Friday reacted to the incident, appealing to the public, especially residents
of Nekede, to come forward with any useful information.
The police command’s
spokesperson, Henry Okoye, stated: “The Imo State Police Command is aware of
the video circulating on social media and wishes to state that the alleged
incident has not been officially reported to the Police.
However, the Commissioner of
Police, CP Aboki Danjuma, has directed the State Criminal Investigation Department
(SCID) to conduct a thorough investigation into this disturbing incident and
ascertain the facts.
He said: “We urge the public,
particularly residents of Nekede, to report any information they may have about
the incident to the nearest Police Station or via 08148024755. Let us work
together to ensure justice prevails in this case.”
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