Police confirm death of girl allegedly pushed from two-storey building

The Imo State Police Command confirmed the death of 17-year-old Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building in Owerri on November 1, 2026. The 26-year-old suspect, Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, now faces a murder allegation and remains in custody while investigations continue. Police spokesperson Henry Okoye said the victim had been taken to hospital in critical condition after the incident. Police also said officers rescued the suspect from a mob that had attempted to lynch him.