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The operatives of the Edo State Police Command have arrested 13 suspects linked with the crisis that took place after the killing of one Chigozie Ifeonu, 23, in Ogheghe Community, Upper Siluko Road, Benin.
The clash, which took place on Wednesday, started when a youth of Northern extraction was said to have stabbed the deceased over a deal that went sour.
The killing sparked outrage as youths stormed the streets with dangerous weapons in a bid to avenge the killing.
The police, in a statement by Deputy Police Public Relations Officer ASP Eno Ikoedem, said that the deceased was rushed to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, where he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor.
According to the statement, “The Edo State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that normalcy has been restored to Ogheghe Community, Upper Siluko Road, Benin City, following a violent incident that occurred on 28th October, 2025, at about 1645 hrs.
“One male victim, Chigozie Ifeonu ‘m’, aged 23 years, was stabbed in the chest during the disturbance.
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“He was immediately rushed to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital for medical attention, where he was unfortunately confirmed dead by a medical doctor.
“His corpse has since been deposited at the UBTH mortuary for preservation and autopsy.
“Swift response by the Area Commander of the Ekiadolor Area Command, ACP Garba Umaru, alongside Operation Rescue Teams, operatives from Ogida Division, and other command tactical teams ensured the immediate restoration of peace and protection of lives and property in the area.
“A total of thirteen (13) suspects have been arrested in connection with the incident, while the case has been transferred to the Homicide Section, State Criminal Investigation Department, Benin City, for discreet investigation.”
The Commissioner of Police, Edo State Command, CP Monday Agbonika, commiserated with the family of the deceased and assured the public that justice would be served.
He appealed to residents of the area and its environs to remain calm, vigilant, and law-abiding, as the command remains committed to maintaining peace and order across the state.
