POLICE ARREST MOTHER AND DAUGHTER OVER MURDER OF 70-YEAR-OLD RELATIVE

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By: Balogun Ibrahim

The Enugu State Police Command has confirmed the arrest of a woman, Loretta Asadu, and her daughter, Chikamso, in connection with the alleged murder of their 70-year-old relative, identified as Mama Oliver, at Ezema Nru in Nsukka Local Government Area.

State Police Public Relations Officer Daniel Ndukwe confirmed the development in a text message on Wednesday night, stating that an investigation into the incident is underway.

“The suspects have been arrested, and the investigation is ongoing,” Ndukwe said.

The victim, reportedly an indigene of Umabor-Ehalumona, had moved to Ezema Nru to care for Loretta and her daughter, who are said to have been struggling with mental health issues.

Residents reported that the incident took place on Tuesday, leaving the community in shock.

A neighbour, who requested anonymity, alleged that the deceased had complained of hunger shortly before the attack.

The source added that Loretta’s son, Abumchukwu, had gone out to purchase food for the elderly woman.

The neighbour further claimed that before leaving the house, Abumchukwu had restrained his mother, who was becoming violent.

“While he was away, Chikamso, who also struggles with mental health issues, allegedly untied her mother. Together, they attacked the elderly woman, dragged her behind the house, and hacked her with weapons, accusing her of stealing their money,” the source said.

Another resident, Ifeanyi, described the incident as shocking, saying the victim sustained severe injuries.

“The deceased was very peaceful. We were called and told that something terrible had happened. The whole situation is heartbreaking,” he said.

The victim’s remains have been taken to a mortuary in Nsukka for autopsy.

The incident has plunged the Ezema Nru community into mourning, with residents expressing disbelief over the violent death of the elderly woman.