A yet-to-be-identified woman residing in the Gbagada area of Lagos State has reportedly met a tragic end after being fatally stabbed by her househelp.
According to media reports, the househelp, identified as Peter, is currently on the run, with the time of the murder still unknown.
The incident came to light on Saturday, March 9, 2024, when the deceased’s son, visiting his mother, stumbled upon his mother’s lifeless body on the staircase.
Reports detailed that the building was securely locked, indicating an absence of occupants after the incident. It was revealed that the victim lived alone, and the property also hosted three shops at the front.
A resident of the area, preferring to remain anonymous, detailed the moment the woman’s son encountered the tragedy, highlighting the discovery of a long piece of wood nearby, suspected to be the murder weapon. Indications suggest that the murder might have occurred several days prior to the discovery, given the condition of the victim’s body.
Further investigations revealed that Peter, the accused househelp, had only been employed for a week before the incident.
Meanwhile, a relative of the agent responsible for Peter’s employment has been detained, and the agents themselves are currently evading authorities.
The aftermath of the discovery saw the involvement of the Ifako Police Division, who promptly evacuated the victim’s body from the scene. Efforts to garner statements from the devastated son were unsuccessful, as he was understandably overwhelmed by grief.
Meanwhile, confirming the incident, the Lagos State Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, confirmed that the suspect had been apprehended and is now in custody at the State Criminal Investigation Department, SCIID, Panti, ensuring that justice is pursued rigorously.
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