Police officers in Ogun state have arrested Alex Eziochukwu for the death of 16-year-old Jamilu Lasisi in Ibegba, Sagamu Local Government Area of the state.
The Ogun State Police Command spokesperson, Omolola Odutola, mentioned that the culprit was arrested on Wednesday based on information provided by the deceased’s nephew.
Odutola said: “A phone call was received from one Tobi Olarewaju that his nephew, Jamiu Lasisi, 16 years old, of the same address, was playing football in the area alongside others.
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“In the process, an argument ensued between him and one of the footballers; he fell unconscious, and he was rushed to Owokoniran Hospital, GRA Sagamu, where he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor on duty.”
She mentioned that Eziochukwu ran away, which triggered a police search that resulted in his capture on Wednesday morning.
“Following the report on Tuesday, a team of detectives was led to the scene and searched every nook and cranny of the area to arrest the suspect, but all to no avail until he was arrested today,” Odutola stated.
She pointed out that investigations are still in progress to determine the reason for the death.
