Police corporal allegedly kills female colleague, shoots himself in Kogi

A police corporal allegedly shot dead his female colleague before taking his own life during night duty at ASCO Camp in Ajaokuta Local Government Area of Kogi State.

The incident, which occurred around 11:04 p.m. on Friday, October 23, involved Corporal Amos Yusuf and Woman Corporal Grace Onimisi.

According to The Guardian, the Kogi State Police Command confirmed the incident through its spokesperson, ASP Salifu Oyiza Afusat.

“Preliminary findings indicate that Corporal Amos Yusuf, who was on night duty, shot Woman Corporal Grace Onimisi and thereafter shot himself,” the police stated.

Both officers were rushed to separate hospitals, where they were pronounced dead.

Police recovered an AK-47 rifle and four expended cartridges from the scene.

“The circumstances and motive remain subjects of investigation, and the command will not speculate on matters yet to be established,” the statement added.

The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for investigation.

Police Commissioner Naziru Bello Kankarofi expressed condolences to the bereaved families.