School proprietor allegedly m8rdered by her son in Delta
The proprietress of His Majesty Group of Schools in Sapele, Delta State, Mrs Fatima Umukoro, was allegedly m8rdered by her 25-year-old son, Emmanuel Umukoro.
According to Punch, the tragic incident occurred on Saturday night, September 8, 2024.
The deceased was the wife of Rev Prince Umukoro, the resident pastor of Victory Family Assembly Int’l (VIFA) and a well-known figure in Sapele.
It was gathered that Emmanuel had been allegedly grappling with mental health issues exacerbated by suspected substance abuse.
Despite receiving rehabilitation, his battle with drug addiction continued, resulting in unpredictable violent outbursts.
According to some neighbors who spoke to the press, the suspect gruesomely murdered his mother with an axe before setting her body on fire.
Eyewitnesses reported that around 10 p.m., the gate of the Umukoro residence was unusually left open, arousing concern among neighbors and passersby.
“Upon checking, they discovered flames coming from inside the house and found the door ajar. Inside, they discovered the charred remains of Mrs. Umukoro, her body burned beyond recognition,” one witness recounted.
Another neighbor noted that they had seen the son, Emmanuel Umukoro, speeding out of the compound in his mother’s car around 8:30 p.m.
Suspicion of his behavior led to his eventual capture by the police along Sapele-Warri Road, as he was attempting to flee.
State Police Command spokesperson, SP Bright Edafe, confirmed the incident on Sunday, September 9, stating, “The son is currently in custody, but we cannot confirm if he is responsible for the murder until the investigation is complete.”
