By Justus Adetomiwa

A resident of 3-3 in Nkwelle-Ezunaka, Oyi Local Government area of Anambra State, Mr Christian Ndubuisi, has been arrested by the police for allegedly stabbing his elder brother to death.

In a statement released on Sunday, police spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, confirmed that Ndubuisi was apprehended on Saturday by police operatives attached to the 3-3 Divisional Headquarters, following a report of the incident.

Ikenga outlined the details of the crime, stating, “On February 15, 2025, operatives acted swiftly on a report and arrested Christian Ndubuisi, who allegedly killed his elder brother over a minor disagreement.

“Preliminary information had it that the suspect during a fight with the deceased, used a bottle he broke to stab his elder brother. The victim was rushed to the hospital and was confirmed dead by a doctor on duty. The commissioner of police has directed that the case be transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Awka, assuring that justice will be served”

The Commissioner of Police, CP Ikioye Orutugu notes that the incident serves as a sober reminder of the importance of conflict resolution and anger management. He noted that it was very tragic to hear that a minor disagreement escalated into a violent confrontation, resulting in the loss of life,” he added.