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The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a 72-year-old APC chieftain allegedly attacked by his son with a sledgehammer in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area.
The victim, Julius Bello, was reportedly attacked at Iviegwe Quarters on Sunday by his 52-year-old son, John Bello, who is now on the run. Bello, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was the All Progressives Congress (APC) Ward Three Chairman in Fugar.
The police spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the incident and said the command had launched an investigation to establish what led to the killing and arrest the suspect.
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According to reports, the suspect allegedly struck his father with a sledgehammer and left him in a pool of blood. The victim was rushed to a hospital, where he reportedly identified his son as his attacker before dying from his injuries.
Witnesses said John Bello had returned from Lagos over the weekend before the attack on Sunday. However, the reason behind the incident remains unclear. Reports also indicate that the victim’s wife had asked their son to return home from Lagos.
Following the killing, some angry residents reportedly tried to lynch the woman, blaming her for inviting the suspect home. Police operatives later rescued her.
The police have not released further details about the incident. Meanwhile, investigations are ongoing, with efforts to arrest the fleeing suspect.
