Tragedy has struck Agbarho community in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State after a man allegedly dismembered his wife before reportedly taking his own life by drinking a poisonous substance.
The incident occurred at the couple’s residence on Owiri Street, Agbarho, amid reports of persistent marital disputes and alleged physical confrontations.
According to a report by Vanguard, a source familiar with the incident said the man was angered by allegations of his wife’s infidelity and the sale of his landed property.
A neighbour reportedly disclosed that the couple had been living separately due to prolonged disagreements in their marriage.
The tragic incident has left members of the family mourning, with the deceased man’s elder brother expressing sadness over the development.
The brother, however, said he was not fully aware of the circumstances that led to the incident, noting that various issues could trigger confrontations within families.
He disclosed that the couple had four children, adding that their eldest child, a boy, was reportedly about 21 years old.
The deceased man’s brother declined to reveal his identity or the names of the couple.
A senior police officer, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed the incident, stating that the bodies had been evacuated to a morgue.
The officer added that investigations were ongoing, noting that neither family had formally lodged a complaint with the police as of the time of the report.
