Deborah Akinyosoye
The Ondo State Police Command, on Monday, said it had arrested one Augustina Mowari for killing her boyfriend, Michael Ikuedowoni, in the state.
The suspect stabbed the deceased to death following an argument that ensued between them over suspected infidelity on Sunday at Okitipupa, the headquarters of the Okitipupa Local Government Area of the state.
Speaking on the incident, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Mr Olayinka Ayanlade, said the suspect had been arrested and is currently in custody, noting that the command had begun an investigation into the matter.
The PPRO said, “There was an argument between the two, which led to the suspect stabbing the victim with scissors. He later died in the hospital.
“The suspect is in our custody, and the case will be charged in court after investigations are concluded.”
A source, who spoke to our correspondent on Monday on the condition of anonymity because he was not permitted to speak with the media, explained that the two lovebirds had been cohabiting in a room apartment but had been having persistent disagreements over trust and suspected cheating, adding that the misunderstanding between the lovers escalated into violence.
The source said, “Both of them had been having issues. The lady accused Michael of cheating on her with another woman, which led to a heated argument. In the course of the fight, she brought out a pair of scissors and stabbed him in the leg.
“Michael was initially taken to a nearby hospital, where he received treatment and was discharged after being administered injections and prescribed medication.
“After being discharged, his condition deteriorated at home. His leg became swollen, and he was rushed back to the hospital on Sunday night. Unfortunately, he passed away despite the doctors’ efforts to save him.”