
The Abia State Police Command has reacted to the news of the beheading of an elderly man, Jacob Udo, and his wife, Comfort Udo, in the Bende Local Government Area of the state.
The police confirmed the development in a statement signed by the state Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka.
The statement was titled “Re: The alleged Murder of a Couple in Bende,” and released on Thursday.
She said, “Yes, we received the report yesterday at Bende divisional headquarters.
“The crime scene has been visited; exhibits recovered, and the bodies deposited at the mortuary. Investigation is ongoing.”
It would be recalled that it was earlier reported that the couple, both traders, were murdered in their home in Etiti Ulo, Bende, on Tuesday night by unknown assailants.
The Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, who represents Bende Federal Constituency, had urged the state government and law enforcement agencies to conduct a thorough investigation to apprehend the perpetrators.
“The brutal murder of Mr. Jacob Udo and his wife is an affront to humanity. No grievance or dispute can justify such violence.
“I urge the authorities to ensure that the culprits are brought to justice. We must all stand together against acts of violence and extremism while promoting tolerance and peaceful resolution of conflicts,” Kalu stated.
Kalu also called for calm and restraint among the community, cautioning against reprisal attacks.
“While we understand the pain and emotions surrounding this tragedy, we must avoid actions that would escalate tensions. Violence will only breed further division and suffering,” he stated.
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