A woman has been arrested in Ughelli, Delta State, following a shocking incident in which she allegedly killed her husband, his suspected side partner, and a neighbour who reportedly attempted to intervene during a heated confrontation.
According to preliminary reports, the incident occurred after a domestic dispute escalated at the family residence. Witnesses said tensions flared when the woman allegedly confronted her husband over an extramarital relationship, leading to a violent altercation. A neighbour who reportedly tried to calm the situation and restore peace was also caught in the crisis and lost his life in the process.
Security sources confirmed that all three victims died at the scene, while the suspect was later taken into custody by law enforcement officers responding to distress calls from residents. The Delta State Police Command has confirmed the arrest and said an investigation is underway to determine the exact sequence of events and circumstances surrounding the deaths.
The remains of the victims have been deposited at a mortuary, while detectives continue to gather statements from witnesses and family members. Police authorities stated that the suspect will be charged to court after the conclusion of investigations.
The tragic incident has sparked widespread reactions across Delta State and on social media, with many Nigerians expressing shock and grief over the loss of lives. Commentators have also renewed calls for peaceful conflict resolution, mental health awareness, and early intervention in domestic disputes to prevent similar tragedies.
Authorities have urged the public to avoid taking the law into their own hands and to seek lawful and non-violent means of resolving conflicts, stressing that domestic disagreements should never escalate into loss of life.
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