Man to be prosecuted for assaulting woman in Abia
A 37-year-old man, Agwu Ukpo, is set to face prosecution for allegedly assaulting a woman during a dispute over a pot of soup in Ohafia, Abia State. The Abia State Police Command, through its spokesperson Maureen Chinaka, confirmed the arrest after a viral video showed the attack on the victim, Amarachi Chinyere. The suspect is currently under investigation at the State Criminal Investigation Department. The police condemned the act and reiterated their commitment to ensuring justice for victims of violence.
What happened
- Agwu Ukpo was arrested by the Violent Crime Response Unit after a viral video showed him allegedly assaulting Amarachi Chinyere.
- The incident reportedly occurred during a dispute over a pot of soup in Ohafia Local Government Area.
- The police stated that the suspect could face charges of assault and attempted murder after investigations.
- The Abia State Police Command described the act as barbaric and inhumane, warning against all forms of domestic violence.
- The command emphasized its commitment to bringing perpetrators of violence to justice.
