There was a scene of sorrow at Ita Eku, Igirigiri Road, Odo Ado, Ado Ekiti, on Tuesday as residents discovered the lifeless bodies of a husband and wife in their home, lying in a pool of blood.
Although the exact cause of the tragic incident remains unclear, some residents suspect that the couple might have attacked each other, judging by the deep cuts and injuries on their bodies.
A resident, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said the distress cries of the couple’s children drew the attention of neighbours to the shocking scene in the morning.
“I was passing by when I noticed a crowd gathered, wailing in disbelief. People said the children’s cries led them to the house, but no one knows exactly what transpired,” the source said.
Another eyewitness speculated that the incident might have stemmed from a violent domestic dispute. “From what I observed, it seems the woman may have cut off the man’s private part, and in retaliation, he inflicted a fatal wound on her. But this is just speculation; only an investigation can confirm what truly happened.”
Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) in Ekiti State, SP Sunday Abutu, stated that an investigation was already underway.
He said in a statement, “The case has been confirmed, and an investigation has commenced to determine the actual cause of death. Meanwhile, the bodies have been deposited in the morgue.”
The tragic event has left the community in deep shock, with residents calling for a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding the deaths.