Policemen Fighting Each Other Over Sex Worker Kill Resident, See How It Occurred
A tragic and fatal shooting occurred in Nsukka, Enugu State, resulting in the devastating death of a young Nigerian man, Amuche. The incident happened at Echara Road, where a group of plainclothes police officers were involved in a public altercation over a sex worker, leading to a chaotic and violent confrontation.
According to eyewitnesses, the trouble began when one of the officers started dancing inappropriately with a woman suspected to be a sex worker, leading to a heated argument and physical altercation. The officer allegedly groped the woman’s breasts, prompting her to alert the bar management. The manager confronted the policeman, leading to a violent confrontation involving other policemen who were present at the scene.
During the chaos, one of the officers fired an AK-47 rifle into the air to disperse the crowd, fatally shooting Amuche, who was playing snooker at the bar. The victim was attempting to leave the scene when he was struck by the stray bullet. The policemen took the bar manager into custody, alleging assault on their colleague. The incident sparked widespread outrage and anger, with youths protesting and carrying Amuche’ s body to the Nsukka Police Division, where they were told to deposit the remains in the morgue. Despite attempts to reach the police for a statement, the Command’ s spokesperson, DSP Daniel Ndukwe, did not respond to calls at the time of filing this report.
The police are accused of attempting to cover up the incident, and the officer responsible for the shooting has not been identified or held accountable. The incident highlights concerns about police brutality, excessive force, and the need for accountability and justice in Nigeria. The community is calling for a thorough investigation into the incident and for the police to take responsibility for their actions. The family of the victim and the community at large are demanding justice and closure. The incident serves as a reminder of the need for police reform and the importance of protecting human life and rights in Nigeria.
