Police arrest man for ‘killing son over food’ in Abia

A man identified as Marcel Udeh, reportedly killed his son over food, in Umunneochi LGA of Abia state.

Udeh, 70, who hails from Eziama Lokpaukwu village, reportedly found out that his son had eaten the last food in the pot without his permission.

In a fit of rage, Udeh was alleged to have dashed into his room, brought out a gun and fired same at his son, leading to the victim’s death.

Reacting to the incident, Maureen Chinaka, spokesperson of the Abia police command, said the case was reported at the Umunneochi Division, adding that the suspect has been arrested.

“Yes, we got a report at Umunneochi Division,” she said.

“The suspect has been arrested and the matter has currently been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) for discreet investigation.

“He will be charged to court afterwards.”