A lady, Augustina Mowari, who resides at Okitipupa in Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State, has allegedly stabbed her boyfriend Michael Ikuedowoni to death over allegation of infidelity.
The incident that occurred last weekend has caused outrage among residents of the community. Sources in the town said that Augustina attacked Michael following a dispute over alleged infidelity.
The two lovebirds were reportedly cohabiting in a one-room apartment and had been having persistent issues over trust and suspected cheating.
A close friend of the deceased, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the misunderstanding between the lovers escalated into a violent altercation.
“Both of them have been having issues. The lady accused Michael of cheating on her with another woman, which led to a heated argument. In the course of the fight, she brought out a pair of scissors and stabbed him in the leg,” reports quoted a source as saying.
The source said Michael was initially taken to a nearby hospital, where he received treatment and was discharged after being administered injections and prescribed medication.
He saoid: “After being discharged, his condition deteriorated at home. His leg became swollen, and he was rushed back to the hospital on Sunday night. Unfortunately, he passed away despite the doctors’ efforts to save him.”
The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in the State, Olayinka Ayanlade, said the suspect has been arrested and placed in protective custody.
Ayanlade said: “There was an argument between the two, which led to the suspect stabbing the victim with scissors. He later died in the hospital. The suspect is in our custody, and the case will be charged to court after investigations are concluded.”