Man on the run after allegedly killing his 6-yr-old daughter in Delta

By our Reporter

The Delta State Police Command says its has launched a manhunt for one Mr. Stanley Ovemureye, who allegedly murdered his 6-year-old daughter in Uviama New Layout, Agbarho Ughelli North LGA of the state.

It was gathered that the tragic incident which occurred on Saturday, June 15, 2024 was reported by the brother to the fleeing suspect.

The command’s spokesperson, SP Edafe Bright, in a statement on Sunday said the DPO on receipt of the complaint detailed operatives who went to the scene and recovered the corpse of the little child whose head was smashed several times on the wall.

“The corpse was recovered and deposited at the mortuary. The father who is the principal suspect is currently at large.

The Commissioner of Police CP Olufemi Abaniwonda saddened by this barbaric act, has ordered a serious manhunt for the fleeing suspect and assures members of the public that the suspect will be arrested and justice will be served.

He urged anyone with useful information that can lead to the arrest of the suspect to call the control room number on 0803684974 or report at the nearest police station,” the statement added.

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