Son kills his 67 year old father

A sixty-five year-old man has been allegedly murdered by his son.

The incident occurred at Umuonu Umuida Enugu Ezike in Igboeze North Local Government of Enugu State.

The deceased’s name was given as Felix Atta; his son was identified as Ejiofor.

Police spokesman Ebere Amaraizu said the victim was rushed to the General Hospital, Ogurute Enugu Ezike, where he was confirmed dead.

He said although the son was apprehended, the police were yet to establish the motive behind the killing.

“We have begun investigations into the killing,” said Amaraizu.The body has been deposited at the Hospital Mortuary.”

A middle-aged man allegedly hung himself inside his room at Umuenachi Amalla Egazi in Udenu Local Government.

It was gathered that the victim, who is said to be suffering from a partial stroke, was discovered in his room at about 7.30am on Wednesday.

Amaraizu said investigations have begun; the body has been deposited at Prince Eze Hospital Mortuary, Obollo Afor.



Culled from The Nation