Kogi Police Corporal Allegedly Kills Female Colleague, Dies By Suicide
A police corporal has allegedly shot dead a female colleague before taking his own life at ASCO Camp, Ajaokuta, Kogi State.
The incident, which occurred on October 23, involved Corporal Amos Yusuf and Woman Corporal Grace Onimisi, both serving officers of the Nigeria Police Force.
The Kogi State Police Command confirmed the incident in a statement issued on Sunday by its Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Saliu Oyiza Afusat.
According to the police, the incident was reported at about 11:04 p.m., prompting the Divisional Police Officer in Ajaokuta to lead a team to the scene.
Preliminary findings indicated that Yusuf, who was on night duty, allegedly shot Onimisi before shooting himself.
A LEADERSHIP investigation, however, revealed that the officers were reportedly in a romantic relationship that had recently ended. Sources alleged that Yusuf was angered by Onimisi’s decision to end the relationship.
Both officers were rushed to separate medical facilities, where they were confirmed dead. Their remains were subsequently deposited at the ASCO Hospital mortuary.
The police said an AK-47 rifle and four expended cartridges were recovered at the scene as exhibits.
The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation, while the police said the circumstances surrounding the incident and the alleged motive remained under investigation.
The Commissioner of Police in Kogi State, CP Naziru Bello Kankarofi, expressed condolences to the families, colleagues and loved ones of the deceased.
The Command urged the public to avoid speculation and assured that verified updates would be provided as the investigation progresses.
