Suspect in police custody in Edo over death of his girlfriend

The Edo State Police Command has apprehended a 40-year-old man, identified as Samson Ekata, in connection with the alleged demise of his eight-month pregnant girlfriend in Uromi, Esan North East Local Government Area of the state.

The suspect was among several individuals paraded by the State Police Command following recent enforcement operations. According to law enforcement officials, the victim had been residing with the suspect for approximately one year prior to the incident. Authorities stated that after causing her demise, the suspect allegedly attempted a forced extraction of the unborn child.

Addressing journalists during the briefing, the Commissioner of Police, Patrick Daaor, described the case as a deeply troubling matter. He commended members of the community for their timely cooperation, noting that local intelligence was instrumental in facilitating the suspect's arrest.

While fielding questions from newsmen, the suspect described experiencing severe psychological distress. He claimed that he had initially stopped himself from harming his partner because she was pregnant. However, he stated that after subsequently having a dream about it, he went ahead with the act. 

Authorities reported that the victim's body was later found by a roadside.