The Police in Delta State says it has arrested a 26-year-old man for allegedly shooting and killing an 11-year-old boy at Ozoro, Isoko North Local Government Area, Delta State.
The suspect identified as Ogaga Kome was said to be testing a locally made gun when he shot and killed the victim, Hosanna Merritt.
In a statement, the state Police spokesperson, DSP Bright Edafe, said the suspect who had fled after the incident had been arrested and is currently in police custody.
According to the statement, “the DPO Ozoro Police Station on 22/8/2022 received a report that “one Ogaga Kome ‘m’ aged 26 years old while testing a locally made gun in his house allegedly shot and killed one Hossanna Merritt ‘m’ aged 11years in Ozoro, and fled immediately after the incident.
“The Command alerted members of the public on the incident and solicited for information that will aid the arrest of the suspect.
“Consequently, on 30/8/2022 at about 1305hrs, 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 Commissioner of Police Delta State Command, CP Ari Muhammed appreciates the efforts of residents in the State who have been supportive to the Police in combating crime.”
