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20-year-old kills father in Anambra

A 20-year-old man has allegedly killed his father with a machete in Anambra State. Discover details of the Anambra parricide and the suspect’s arrest. Read More: https://punchng.com/20-year-old-kills-father-in-anambra/

20-year-old kills father in Anambra

A 20-year-old man named Pascal Ogbogu is accused of killing his 56-year-old father with a machete in Anambra State. The attack took place at Abatete, in Idemili North Local Government Area. According to reports, the incident occurred on Tuesday evening when Ogbogu allegedly attacked his father, then fled the scene. He was eventually arrested by police, assisted by family members and the Abatete Vigilante, following a distress call.

Police spokesperson SP Tochukwu Ikenga confirmed the incident, stating that Ogbogu was apprehended on August 26, 2026. The father's body was taken to the mortuary for examination. Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Nnanna Ama, praised the community's swift response and cooperation in the arrest.

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