8th February, 2025
A 37-year-old man identified as Kosisochukwu Okafor has been arrested for killing his elder brother during fight over foodstuff in Adegbe Village, Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State.
Kosisochukwu killed his brother identified as Emmanuel Okafor, aged 45 years, during argument about using foodstuffs in the house, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, Spokesman of Anambra state police command said in a statement on Saturday.
He added that the incident happened on the incident on Feb. 7
According to him, the suspect who is already in the police custody confessed to having engaged the victim in a fight over a heated argument about using foodstuffs in the house.
“Kosisochukwu was said to have used a stick to pierce the deceased chest. The victim was rushed to the hospital and was confirmed dead by the doctor on duty.”
The Police spokesperson noted that the incident is quite disturbing and highlights the importance of addressing domestic violence and conflicts amongst family members.
“It also underscores the need to manage conflicts and emotions healthily and constructively to avoid irreparable consequences.
“The case has been transferred to the Homicide Section of the State Criminal Investigation Department, Awka and shall be charged to court on the conclusion of the investigation,” he said.
