Tragedy In Imo: 17-Year-Old Girl Pushed From Two-Storey Building Dies

A 17-year-old girl, Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building by a 26-year-old man, Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, in Owerri, Imo State, has died from injuries sustained in the incident.

Chiamaka reportedly died on Tuesday evening, November 3, after medical personnel battled to save her life.

The incident occurred on Sunday, November 1, at Mbonu Ojike Street, Ikenegbu Layout, Owerri, following an alleged altercation between the teenager and the suspect.

Joseph, who was said to be in a relationship with the victim’s aunt, was subsequently arrested and remains in police custody.

Confirming the development in a statement on Wednesday, the Imo State Police Command spokesperson, Henry Okoye, expressed sadness over the teenager’s death.

According to the police, Chiamaka sustained serious injuries after allegedly being pushed from the building and was immediately rushed to a hospital for medical attention.

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However, she succumbed to her injuries on Tuesday evening while receiving treatment.

The statement read, “The Imo State Police Command wishes to inform the public that 17-year-old Chiamaka Chukwuokore, who was allegedly pushed from a two-storey building by Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, aged 26, on November 1, 2026, along Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikenegbu, Owerri, has sadly died.

“The victim, who sustained serious injuries from the incident, was rushed to a hospital for medical attention but unfortunately succumbed to her injuries in the evening of November 3, 2026, while receiving treatment.

“The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and ensure that justice is served.”

The Commissioner of Police, CP Audu Garba Bosso, commiserated with the deceased’s family and assured the public that a thorough investigation was underway.

The command also appealed to members of the public to remain calm, refrain from spreading unverified information and allow investigators to carry out their duties professionally.

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