A policeman attached to the Imo State Police Command, Cosmas Ugwu, has reportedly been shot dead by his girlfriend.
According to reports, Ugwu was shot dead on Tuesday by his 23-year-old lover, who was identified as Amanda Uchechi Ugo, a native of Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State.
It was gathered from reliable sources that the incident occurred around 6:30pm on Boxing Day at the Ezinihitte Area Command. Officers on counter duty were said to have heard three gunshots from the room being occupied by the deceased officer.
It was reported that the remains of the slain officer had been deposited at the Obizi mortuary, while further investigation continues.The suspect is currently in the police custody for interrogation and possible prosecution.