In a heartbreaking incident that has shocked the community of Ozoro, Delta State, a 20-year-old man, identified as Raphael Egbo, has been arrested on suspicion of murdering his 19-year-old girlfriend, Jessica Uzowanne. The tragic event, stemming from a disagreement between the young couple, occurred in Ozoro, the bustling headquarters of Isoko North Local Government Area.
The Delta State Police Command, led by Commissioner of Police CP Abaniwonda Olufemi, confirmed the arrest and ongoing investigation to journalists in Asaba on Thursday, April 11, 2024. According to CP Olufemi, the police were alerted to the suspected murder on the morning of March 29, 2024, prompting immediate action from law enforcement officers.
CP Olufemi detailed the sequence of events leading to the discovery of the crime: "On 29/3/2024 at about 0700 hours, the DPO Ozoro Division received a report on a suspected murder of one Jessica Uzowanne, a young woman aged 19 years." Preliminary investigations have pointed to a fatal stabbing arising from a heated disagreement between Uzowanne and her boyfriend, Raphael Egbo.
The suspect is currently in police custody, with investigators diligently working to uncover the specifics of the altercation that led to Uzowanne's untimely death. The community and the victim's family are left reeling from the shock and mourning the loss of a young life cut short.
The Delta State Police Command has assured the public of their commitment to thoroughly investigating the incident and ensuring that justice is served. CP Olufemi called on members of the community to come forward with any information that could aid in the investigation and urged youths in the area to resolve disputes peacefully without resorting to violence.
As the case unfolds, the Ozoro community and the broader Delta State populace wait anxiously for further developments, hoping for closure and justice for Jessica Uzowanne. The incident has sparked conversations about relationship violence and the need for increased awareness and intervention strategies to prevent such tragedies in the future.
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