The Ogun State Police Command has arrested Alex Eziochukwu for allegedly killing 16-year-old Jamilu Lasisi during a football match in the Ibegba area of Sagamu Local Government.
According to Police Spokesperson Omolola Odutola, the suspect was apprehended following a tip-off received at 4 am on Wednesday.
The incident occurred on Tuesday when an argument between Eziochukwu and Lasisi escalated into a physical confrontation. Lasisi fell unconscious on the football pitch and was rushed to Owokoniran Hospital, where he was confirmed dead.
Eziochukwu initially evaded arrest but was later caught by police detectives.
“The corpse is currently being evacuated from the hospital to the mortuary,” Odutola said.
The Ogun State Police Command is investigating the circumstances surrounding the teenager’s death.
Incident Details:
– Location: Ibegba area, Sagamu Local Government, Ogun State
– Victim: Jamilu Lasisi, 16
– Suspect: Alex Eziochukwu
– Date: Tuesday
– Time: Unknown
The case is ongoing, and further updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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