Tragedy Strikes: Husband Stabs Newlywed Wife to Death in Lagos

 

A shocking domestic violence incident has left a 25-year-old woman, Olajumoke, dead after being stabbed by her 30-year-old husband, Motunrayo Olaniyi, in their Lagos home.

 

Key Details:

– Incident occurred on Friday at 1:00 pm in Amazing Grace Estate, Elepe, Ikorodu

– Husband allegedly stabbed wife during altercation, then set room ablaze

– Police intervened, rescued husband with self-inflicted wounds, and took him into custody

– Autopsy to be performed at Ikorodu General Hospital

 

Police Investigation:

Lagos State Police Command spokesperson, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed the incident. “Preliminary investigation reveals the suspect stabbed his wife during an altercation and later inflicted wounds on himself.”

 

Ongoing Investigation:

The police are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.

 

Related Incidents:

This incident highlights the growing concern of domestic violence in Nigeria, following recent reports of similar crimes.

 

Sources:

Vanguard News, Lagos State Police Command.

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