Man arrested for st@bbing in-law to de@th in Imo

The anti-kidnapping squad of the Imo state police command arrested a 40-year-old man, Uchenna Okpara, on January 16, 2025, for allegedly stabbing his in-law, Uchenna Unakalamba, to de@th. 

The incident occurred in Ubomiri, Mbaitoli LGA, following a minor dispute involving their children. Okpara reportedly attacked Unakalamba with a broken bottle after the argument escalated.

Responding to a distress call, police operatives apprehended the suspect and recovered the weapon. 

Confirming the incident to newsmen, the spokesperson of the command, DSP Okoye Henry, said the victim was confirmed de2d at the hospital, and the suspect remains in custody pending the conclusion of investigations and subsequent prosecution.

The Commissioner of Police Imo State Police Command, CP Aboki Danjuma continue to intensify efforts to combat violent crimes and maintain peace and security across the state.