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Tragedy has struck in Owerri as 17-year-old Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building, has died in hospital.
The Imo State Police Command confirmed the death in a statement issued on Wednesday by its spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye.
According to the Command, Chiamaka was allegedly pushed by one Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, aged 26, on November 1, 2026, along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikenegbu, Owerri.
The victim sustained serious injuries from the fall and was rushed to a hospital for medical attention. She however succumbed to her injuries in the evening of November 3, 2026, while receiving treatment.
The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure justice is served.
The Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Garba Bosso, commiserated with the family of the deceased and assured the public that a thorough investigation is ongoing.
The Command urged members of the public to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified information and allow the police to carry out their duties professionally.
The suspect who pushed her down still in police custody
