From Marcel Duru, Owerri.
The Imo State Police Command has arrested a 26-year-old man, Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, for allegedly pushing a 17-year-old girl from a two-storey building in Owerri, Imo State capital.The incident occurred on Sunday, November 1, 2026 at about 1:00 pm at Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikenegbu, Owerri. Imo State.The victim, identified as Chiamaka Chukwuokore (also called Chukwuokorie), is said to be the niece / younger sister of the suspect’s girlfriend.According to the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Henry Okoye, who confirmed the incident in a statement on Monday morning, the incident followed an alleged altercation between the suspect and the victim inside the building.The girl fell from the second floor and sustained serious injuries. She was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital where she is currently receiving medical attention and remains in critical condition.The suspect was almost lynched by an angry mob who gathered at the scene, but police operatives rescued him and took him into custody.
Suspect rescued from mob and taken to police custody at State Headquarters Owerri Case transferred to State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for thorough Investigation. police also said that suspect is currently undergoing investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and facilitate necessary legal action. Similarly the Commissioner of Police, Imo State Command, *CP Audu Garba Bosso* has ordered comprehensive investigation and assured public that justice will be served. The Suspect in police custody, Ikenegbu police station initially, now at State CID, said that he will be charged to court after investigation concludes for attempted murder / assault causing grievous harmand also urged residents of Ikenegbu and Owerri to remain calm and allow law to take its course.
