Man slaughters wife over infidelity in Imo
A man in Nekede, Owerri West local government area of Imo state, allegedly attacked his wife with a knife following accusations of infidelity.
According to media reports, the unfortunate incident occurred on April 10 after the suspect was alerted by a neighbor that his wife was having an extramarital affair in their matrimonial home.
The suspect was said to have hurriedly returned home and caught his wife with her lover in their bedroom while their 6 year old daughter was left alone in the living room unattended.
The angry husband reportedly used his knife to cut his wife while her lover was allowed to leave unharmed.
While reacting to the incident, the spokesman of the command in Imo State, Henry Okoye appealed to the general public especially residents of Nekede who may have useful information about the incident to report to the nearest police station.
He said, “The Imo State Police Command is aware of the above video making the rounds 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 carry out an in-depth investigation into this infuriating video and ascertain the facts.
“The Command is calling on the general public, particularly the residents of Nekede who may have any useful information about the alleged incident to kindly report it to the nearest Police Station or via 08148024755. Let us collaboratively work towards ensuring that justice prevails in this case.”