Police arrest construction company staff for stabbing co-worker to death over N14,000 debt

In Ondo, South Western Nigeria, Police have arrested a suspect who is identified as Wale Ibrahim for stabbing his colleague, Fisayo Ajetumobi to death over N14,000 debt at Areyetele Street, Sabo Road, Ondo,

The Police Public Relations Officer, Ayanlade Olayinka in a statement confirmed that the duo were working at a construction site along Litaye Camp via Laje Road, Ondo.

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He explained that the suspect upon resumption on the construction site, demanded for the money being owed for wood he had earlier sold to him. The demand generated altercation between the duo, during which the suspect stabbed the victim on the chest with a knife.

“Sadly, the victim sustained fatal injuries and died on the spot as a result of this unwarranted act of violence.

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“The suspect was promptly arrested by the police, and after diligent investigation, he has been charged to court to face the full weight of the law,” he said.

Ayanlade said that the command “strongly condemns this senseless act of violence and will not tolerate criminality in any form within the state.”

He assures members of the public that the Command remains committed to the safety of lives and property, while calling on residents to shun violence and always explore lawful means of resolving disputes.

The spokesperson enjoined the public to continue to partner with the police by providing useful and timely information that can aid proactive crime prevention and effective policing of the state.

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