Man kills wife during melee in Ondo

DAMISI OJO,Akure

A middle-aged man identified as Eric Olowokande, has allegedly killed his wife during a misunderstanding between them.

The couple were said to be living at Yaba Street in Idanre, headquarters of Idanre Local Government Area of Ondo State before the incident happened.

It was learnt that Eric, a farmer had quarrel with his wife, and in the ensuing melee between them, killed his wife with punches.

The wife, Mojere, was said to have died inside the house and her dead body was later taken to the hospital where she was confirmed dead.

Sources said the husband later ran to his farm for fear of being arrested by security operatives.

It was, however, learnt that the suspect was eventually arrested and already being detained by the police.

The remains of the deceased were said to have been deposited at the General Hospital, Idanre.

Police spokesman in the state, Mr. Tee-Leo Ikoro, said he was aware of the incident but yet to confirm it from the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in charge of Idanre division.

He said, “The way you heard of the incident was the same way I heard of it. I sent message to the DPO in Idanre, but I am yet to receive any information from him.

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