A woman identified as Erdoo Nancy has been arrested for allegedly killing her co-wife’s daughter in Ankyoor community, Gwer East Local Government Area of Benue State.
According to eyewitness accounts, the incident occurred along Makurdi Road, opposite YUA Guest House in the area.
Local youths reportedly restrained the suspect shortly after the incident before handing her over to officers at the Nigeria Police Force, Aliade Division.
Preliminary reports suggest that the suspect allegedly attacked and k!lled the child while the mother was away.
Details of the incident, including any possible motive, remain unclear.
Benue State Police Command has not issued an official statement on the matter as at the time of filing this report.
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