THE Ondo State Police Command has arrested a woman, Iluyemi Bosede, for allegedly causing the death of her elder sister during a fight over N800 in Akure.
A statement issued in Ondo, the state capital, by the Command’s Public Relations Officer, Ayanlade Olayinka Olushola (DSP), said the incident happened on September 6, about 8:00 pm.
Olushola explained that Bosede demanded money from her 35-year-old sister, Tewogboye Omowumi, for tomatoes and pepper. The quarrel later turned violent and the suspect allegedly pulled her sister by the clothes, making her fall.
he disclosed that the deceased was quickly taken to the hospital, but was confirmed dead on arrival.
Commissioner of Police (CP), Adebowale Lawal, while describing the development as regrettable, advised residents to shun violence in resolving issues, adding: “Minor disagreements can lead to fatal consequences when not peacefully managed.
“We encourage members of the public to always embrace dialogue.”
Lawal stated that the case was being investigated, assuring that justice would take its full course.
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