Police detectives in Ondo State have arrested a construction worker, Wale Ibrahim, for stabbing a co-worker, Fisayo Ajetumobi, to death over N14,000 debt at Areyetele Street, Sabo Road, Ondo town.
Police spokesperson in the State, Olayinka Ayanlade said that the duo were working at a construction site on Litaye Camp via Laje Road, Ondo.
According to him, the suspect, on arrival at the site, demanded the money being owed for wood he had earlier sold to him.
“An altercation ensued between the duo, during which the suspect stabbed the victim on the chest with a knife.
“Sadly, the victim sustained fatal injuries and died on the spot as a result of this unwarranted act of violence.
“The suspect was promptly arrested by the police, and after diligent investigation, he has been charged to face the full weight of the law,” he said.
Ayanlade said that the command “strongly condemns this senseless act of violence and will not tolerate criminality in any form within the state.”
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He assured members of the public that the Command remained committed to the safety of life and and called on residents to shun violence and always explore lawful means of resolving disputes.
The spokesperson enjoined the public to continue to partner the police by providing useful and timely information that can aid proactive crime prevention and effective policing of the state.
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