Suspected thief arrested after fatal attack on Ogun motorcyclist
A man identified as Chidi Ebere has been arrested by the Ogun State Police Command for allegedly stabbing a motorcycle rider, Sunday Ogbu, to death during a robbery attempt in Igbesa. The incident reportedly happened when Ebere tried to snatch the motorcycle, leading to a violent struggle. The police responded quickly after a witness raised the alarm, but Ogbu was confirmed dead at the hospital. The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further investigation.
What happened
- Chidi Ebere, aged 27, allegedly boarded Sunday Ogbu's motorcycle and attacked him in an attempt to steal the bike.
- A witness alerted the police, who arrived swiftly and apprehended the suspect at the scene.
- The motorcycle and the knife used in the attack were recovered as evidence.
- Sunday Ogbu was taken to the hospital but was confirmed dead by the attending doctor.
- The Ogun State Commissioner of Police, Bode Ojajuni, condemned the act and assured the public that justice would be served.
