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The Cross River State Police Command has recovered eight dried corpses from a local mortuary in the Isong Inyang community of Cross River State.
The state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eitokpah Sunday, said one suspect has been arrested in connection with the mortuary and that preliminary investigations reveal he is attached to a company operating in the area.
“The Cross River State Police Command wishes to respond to reports circulating in sections of the media concerning the discovery of corpses at a local embalmment hall in the Isong Inyang community along the Calabar–Ikom Highway on 13th February 2026.
“At about 11:56 hours on the said date, credible information was received by the police regarding the presence of corpses at the facility.
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“Operatives were immediately mobilised to the scene to verify the report. Upon arrival, eight well-dried corpses were discovered in the hall.
“Prompt action by the police led to the arrest of one suspect, identified as Sunday Ben Reuben, a native of Nsit Ibom, Akwa Ibom State.
“Preliminary investigation indicates that the suspect is a mortician attached to Enghaut Company Mortuary, Akamkpa Local Government Area.
“The suspect is currently in custody, and a comprehensive investigation is ongoing to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the matter and to determine whether any laws have been contravened,” the police spokesman said.
The Command urged members of the public to remain calm and refrain from speculation, as further verified updates will be communicated in due course.
