Abia man dies after alleged assault by son during property feud
A property dispute in Abia State has led to the death of Emmanuel Uchegbu after an alleged assault by his son, Uchechukwu Uchegbu. The conflict reportedly stemmed from disagreements over family land and escalated into violence. Uchechukwu Uchegbu is now in police custody as investigations continue. The police have confirmed that the case is being handled by the State Criminal Investigation Department.
What happened
- Uchechukwu Uchegbu allegedly assaulted his father, Emmanuel Uchegbu, during a dispute over family land.
- The conflict began when Uchechukwu tried to claim family land for personal use, which his father opposed.
- According to a family member, the final assault occurred on January 1, 2026, leaving Emmanuel Uchegbu critically injured.
- Emmanuel Uchegbu died on January 31 after being hospitalised at the Federal Medical Centre, Umuahia.
- Police spokesperson Maureen Chinaka confirmed that Uchechukwu Uchegbu is in custody and under investigation.
