From Premium Times Nigeria · Chinagorom Ugwu · · 1m 30s
Police arrest man for pushing teenage girl off two-storey building
Police arrest suspect after teenage girl pushed from two-storey building in Imo State.
In brief
Police arrest suspect after teenage girl pushed from two-storey building in Imo State. Police arrested a 26-year-old man for allegedly pushing a 17-year-old girl from a two-storey building in Owerri, Imo State, on November 1, 2026. Originally reported by Premium Times Nigeria.
Police arrest suspect
Police arrested a 26-year-old man for allegedly pushing a 17-year-old girl from a two-storey building in Owerri, Imo State.
Incident details
The incident occurred on November 1, 2026, at 1300 hours in Owerri, Imo State.
Victim's condition
The victim sustained serious injuries and was rushed to a hospital where she remains in critical condition.
Victim's relationship
The victim was said to be the niece of the suspect’s unnamed girlfriend.
Mob reaction
An angry mob mobilised to lynch the suspect but police rescued him from the crowd.
Police statement
Police spokesperson Henry Okoye confirmed the incident occurred on November 1, 2026, at 1300 hours.
Investigation underway
The suspect is currently undergoing investigation to establish the circumstances and facilitate legal action.
Public warning
Police urged residents to refrain from spreading unverified information about the incident.
Commissioner assurance
Imo State Commissioner of Police Audu Bosso assured residents the incident was being thoroughly investigated.
Public appeal
Police appealed for residents to remain calm and allow police to carry out their duties professionally.
Next steps
Further developments will be communicated in due course by police authorities.
The short version
Police arrested a 26-year-old man for allegedly pushing a 17-year-old girl from a two-storey building in Owerri, Imo State, on November 1, 2026.
