The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the death of a 17-year-old girl, Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building by Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, 26, in Owerri, the state capital.
Chukwuokore reportedly died after the incident, which occurred on November 1, 2026, along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikeneagbu, Owerri.
It was gathered that the deceased was Joseph’s girlfriend’s niece.
The command’s spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, disclosed this in a statement, adding that the suspect would now face a murder charge following the victim’s death.
The statement said, “The Imo State Police Command wishes to inform the public that 17-year-old Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building by Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, aged 26, on November 1, 2026, along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikeneagbu, Owerri, has sadly died.
“Following the victim’s death, the suspect is now facing a murder allegation. He remains in police custody as investigations continue to establish the full circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that justice is served.”
Meanwhile, the Imo State Commissioner of Police, Audu Bosso, has condoled with the family of the deceased and assured the public that a thorough investigation is ongoing.
The command urged members of the public to remain calm, avoid spreading unverified information and allow the police to carry out their duties professionally.
The had earlier reported that the police arrested Joseph on Monday after he allegedly pushed Chiamaka from a two-storey building following an altercation.
The victim was initially rushed to a hospital in critical condition, while the suspect was rescued from an angry mob and taken into police custody.