Owerri: Police Rescue Suspect From Mob After Teenager Falls From Two-Storey Building

A 26-year-old man has been arrested by the Imo State Police Command after allegedly pushing his girlfriend’s 17-year-old sister from a two-storey building in Owerri, leaving the teenager in critical condition.

The disturbing incident occurred on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at Mbonu Ejike Street, Ikeneagbu, in Owerri, the Imo State capital.

The suspect, identified as Ifeanyi Chukwu Joseph, was arrested following allegations that he pushed the teenager, Chiamaka Chukwuokore, from the building during an altercation.

According to a statement issued by the Imo State Police Command on Monday, November 2, the victim sustained serious injuries and was immediately rushed to a nearby hospital, where she is receiving medical attention.

The police confirmed that she remained in critical condition as of the time of the statement.

Police Rescue Suspect From Angry Mob

Following the incident, angry residents reportedly gathered and attempted to lynch the suspect over his alleged involvement in the teenager’s fall.

However, police operatives intervened and rescued him from the mob before taking him into custody.

The police spokesperson, DSP Henry Okoye, confirmed that Joseph was undergoing investigation to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the appropriate legal action.

Police Address Allegations of Rejected Sexual Advances

Reports circulating online alleged that the incident happened after the teenager rejected the suspect’s sexual advances.

However, the police have cautioned against treating this account as an established fact.

Speaking to Peoples Gazette, police spokesperson Henry Okoye said the allegation had not been confirmed. He disclosed that the suspect gave investigators a different account, claiming there was an altercation before the girl fell.

The police spokesperson also dismissed reports claiming that the teenager had died, confirming that she was still alive but in critical condition.

Investigators are expected to establish what actually happened through witness accounts and other available evidence.

Imo Police Commissioner Calls for Calm

The Commissioner of Police in Imo State, CP Audu Garba Bosso, assured residents that the command was conducting a thorough investigation into the incident.

He pledged that all necessary steps would be taken to establish the facts and ensure that justice is served in accordance with the law.

The police commissioner also appealed to members of the public to remain calm, avoid taking the law into their hands and allow investigators to carry out their duties professionally.

The command further urged social media users to avoid spreading unverified information about the incident, promising to communicate further developments as the investigation progresses.

The suspect remains in police custody as investigations continue.