Anambra teacher who flogged 12-year old student to death declared wanted
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Police in Anambra state have commenced a manhunt for a teacher who allegedly flogged a 12-year-old student to death in a school in Adazi-Ani, Anaocha Local Government Area of the State.
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| Anambra teacher who flogged 12-year old student to death declared wanted |
Spokesperson, Tochukwu Ikenga, said the move followed a report received by Police Operatives attached to Neni Division, who rushed the victim to the hospital, where he was confirmed dead.
He said the body has been deposited at the morgue for preservation and autopsy, adding that preliminary observations revealed visible marks of violence on different parts of the victim’s body.
According to Ikenga, “Anambra State Police Command has activated its Safe School initiative Operations led by the Assistant Commissioner of Police in charge of Operation, ACP Harrison Oruruo.
“The team will, amongst others, commence a manhunt for a teacher who allegedly flogged a 12-year-old student, resulting in the victim’s death at a school in Adazi-Ani, Anaocha Local Government Area of the State.
“On receipt of the report in the evening of 16th July 2026, Police Operatives attached to Neni Division responded promptly and rushed the victim to a Hospital, where he was confirmed dead by a medical doctor while receiving treatment.
“The body has been deposited at the hospital morgue for preservation and autopsy. Photographs of the deceased were taken, and preliminary observations revealed visible marks of violence on different parts of the victim’s body.
“The case is under active investigation, and all necessary steps are being taken to ensure that anyone found culpable is brought to justice.
“To this end, the Command has expressed deep concern over the tragic incident and assured the family of the deceased and members of the public that the Command will conduct a thorough, diligent, and transparent investigation.
“The Command further reiterates its commitment to the protection of school children through the Safe School Initiative.
“It urges members of the public with useful information that could aid the arrest of the suspect to report to the nearest Police Station or contact the Command through its emergency line 07039194332.”
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