Police confirm death of Owerri teenager allegedly pushed from two-storey building

A 17-year-old girl, Chiamaka Chukwuokore, has died after she was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building in Owerri, Imo State, The PUNCH reports.

The incident occurred on November 1 along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikeneagbu, after an altercation with the suspect, 26-year-old Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph.

The victim was reportedly the niece of Joseph’s girlfriend.

She was rushed to hospital in critical condition, while Joseph was rescued from a mob and taken into custody.

The Imo State Police Command spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, confirmed her death in a statement.

The statement read, “Following the victim’s death, the suspect is now facing a murder allegation. He remains in police custody as investigations continue to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that justice is served.”

Commissioner of Police Audu Bosso condoled with the family and assured the public that a thorough investigation was ongoing.

The command urged residents to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified information and allow police to work professionally.