Showing posts with label Police. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Police. Show all posts

Friday, March 31, 2023

Yul Edochia's Unfathomable Loss: The Death of His First Son


 It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Nigerian actor Yul Edochie has lost his beloved son, Kambilichukwu, who reportedly slumped and died while playing football with classmates.


The news of Kambilichukwu’s untimely death has sent shock waves throughout the entertainment and Nigerian communities. Yul Edochie is a well-known and respected actor, who has starred in several films, including “Bullet Of Justice” and “Brothers War.” He is also well-known for his philanthropic work with several charities.

The death of Kambilichukwu has left Yul Edochie and his family devastated. They have requested privacy during this difficult time and have asked that people pray for them. Many of Yul Edochie’s friends and co-stars, as well as fans, have taken to social media to express their condolences and support for the actor and his family.

This tragedy is a reminder of how fragile life can be and the importance of cherishing every moment with our loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Edochie family during this difficult time. May Kambilichukwu rest in peace.

Meanwhile, Yul Edochie had reported the death of his son to the police in Lagos and the Lagos State Police Command has since launched an investigation into the incident. 

Kambilichukwu will be remembered as a kind and loving son, brother, friend, and classmate. He was a promising young man who was full of life and laughter. He will be deeply missed by all those who knew him.

The cause of Kambilichukwu’s death is still unknown and the investigation is still ongoing. We hope that the Lagos State Police Command can get to the bottom of this tragedy and provide the Edochie family with the answers they seek. Our thoughts are with them during this difficult time.

Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Bayelsa State: Police Sergeant Kill by Suspected crude oil thieves.


Suspected crude oil thieves yesterday 19th of September, attacked a Police checkpoint and Police Divisional headquarters in Kolo Community of Ogbia Local Government Area Council of Bayelsa State, killing a Police Sergeant and carting away his service rifle.

Also injured in the attack were a Police corporal and two Civilians from the Kolo and Oloibiri communities of Ogbia Local Council.

 Gist Me Now gathered that the incident, which occurred at about 8pm on Monday, sparked confusion in the community with indigenes and Policemen attached to the Kolo Divisional headquarters scampering for safety.

While a community source said ‎that the attackers, numbering Four and armed with guns and other dangerous weapons, were stopped for a stop-and-search operation at the checkpoint by policemen and a discovery of bunkered kerosene was discovered in their vehicle.

Others claimed the attacked checkpoint, ‎being operated by the Kolo Divisional Police, was known for the alleged illegal collection of bribes from suspected illegal bunkers passing through the area and the attack was due to arguments on the amount demanded by the policemen.

we also gathered that the attackers came down from the vehicle and shot dead the Policeman and attack the injured corporal with a machete,” the other two policemen took to their heels and ran into the Police station. The boys chased them into the station but left without further attack.”

An indigene of the community, who tried to assist the police, was also attacked with a machete.

Confirming the incident, the authorities of the Bayelsa State Police Command through its spokesperson, Astim Butswat, confirmed that the police sergeant was killed, and his firearm stolen.

According to his Statement, ” the Bayelsa state command wishes to use this medium to inform the general public that on 4th of September,2017 at about 2030hrs, policemen on vehicular patrol along Kolo 2 in Ogbia Local Government area were attacked by unknown gunmen”

” Based on a tip-off the policemen intercepted a vehicle conveying suspected militants. Two of the suspects were arrested and handcuffed but resisted any attempt by policemen to search their vehicle in the ensuing uproar, members of the community gathered around the vehicle and rescued the arrested suspect, and the policemen were attacked.”

” The Command regrettably lost a police sergeant and arms a police corporal and a civilian were injured and are responding to treatment in the hospital. Members of the Public are advised to assist the police in fighting crime rather than compound police investigations as the crowd was partly responsible for the attack on the policemen.”