Imo teenager allegedly pushed from building dead – Police

The Police Public Relations Officer for the Imo State Police Command, DSP Henry Okoye.

The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the death of 17-year-old Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building by a 26-year-old man, Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, in Owerri.

The incident occurred on Sunday, along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikeneagbu, in the state capital.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Henry Okoye, said following the victim’s death, the suspect was now facing a murder allegation.

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“Following the victim’s death, the suspect is now facing a murder allegation. He remains in police custody as investigations continue to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that justice is served,” Okoye said.

The Commissioner of Police, Audu Bosso, commiserated with the deceased’s family and assured the public that a thorough investigation was ongoing.

The command urged members of the public to remain calm, refrain from spreading unverified information and allow the police to carry out their duties professionally.

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