The Evangelist news|Harrison Essien
The Village Head of Ibagwa in Abak Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom State, Chief Friday Jonah Umoren, has been arrested by the Police for allegedly attempting to kill his younger sister during a family dispute.
According to a statement issued this morning by the State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, the incident occurred on Saturday when Chief Umoren reportedly shot his 32-year-old sister, Unwana Effiong Friday Inyang, in the head with a long, single-barrel gun after a quarrel over palm fruits.
The victim was rushed to hospital where she is said to be in stable condition and responding to treatment.
Police operatives, acting swiftly on a distress call, arrested the suspect at the scene and recovered the firearm allegedly used in the attack.
DSP John confirmed that preliminary investigations have commenced, while the suspect remains in custody.
