The Kogi State Police Command has launched an investigation into a tragic shooting at the Ajaokuta ASCO Camp after a police corporal, Amos Yusuf, allegedly shot and killed his female colleague, Woman Corporal Grace Onimisi, before taking his own life.
The incident occurred while Yusuf was reportedly on night duty and was reported to the police command at about 11:04pm by the Divisional Police Officer in Ajaokuta.
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According to the command’s spokesperson, ASP Salisu Oyiza Afusat, preliminary findings showed that Yusuf allegedly shot Onimisi and subsequently turned the weapon on himself.
Both officers were rushed to separate medical facilities following the incident, but medical personnel later confirmed them dead.
Their remains have since been deposited at the mortuary of ASCO Hospital.
The police said an AK-47 rifle and four expended cartridges were recovered from the scene and kept as exhibits as investigators work to establish what led to the fatal confrontation.
The case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for an in-depth investigation.
The command stressed that the circumstances surrounding the incident, including the motive, remain unclear.
It also warned against speculation while investigators work to establish the facts surrounding the deaths.
The Commissioner of Police, Naziru Kankarofi, expressed condolences to the families, colleagues and loved ones of the two officers.
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The command said it would provide verified updates as the investigation progresses.
Quadri Olaitan is a journalist and contributor to Freelanews.com, covering news, public affairs, and human-interest stories.
