IMO: Man kills kinsman over bride price sharing formula

The police command in Imo is currently in search of one Victor Iwu over the death of his kinsman, Bright Odi.

According to reports, an argument ensued over the sharing formula of the brideprice paid for one of their sisters in Umunze village, Obinze community, in the Owerri Local Government Area of Imo State on Monday, November 30, Linda Ikeji said.

The report further said that while sharing the brideprice, an argument started between Victor and Bright. The argument soon degenerated into a fight and in the process, Victor kicked Bright, an electrician, in his scrotum, according to Linda Ikeji.

Eyewitnesses say Bright lost consciousness and was immediately rushed to the hospital where the doctors on duty confirmed him dead the next day, Tuesday, December 1, according to Linda Ikeji.

Confirming the incident, the spokesperson of the state police command, Orlando Ikeokwu, said the suspect is currently on the run and would soon be apprehended.

Ikeokwu said the matter has since been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department for further investigation.