Operatives of Police in Ozoro Division in Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State have arrested a twenty-six (26) year old man for allegedly killed an eleven years old girl, Hosanna Merit while testing gun.
The man identified as Ogaga Kome was said to have been brought to the police station by his relative before he was arrested.
The suspect who is currently in police custody is said to be testing a locally made gun he shot and killed the eleven-year-old girl and fled the scene immediately.
The Delta State Police Command confirmed the report in a statement signed by the Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Bright Edafe.
“The Command alerted members of the public on the incident and solicited for information that will aid the arrest of the suspect.
“A well-meaning individual who is also a relative of the suspect brought him to the station.”
“Suspect is in custody and investigation is ongoing.”
The suspect who was on braided hair before he committed the offence shaved it for people not recognize him
“He shaved his hair so it will be difficult to recognize him. But he has a good relative who brought him to the police station,” the spokesman added