Kogi Police Investigate Officer's Murder-Suicide Incident at ASCO Camp
The Kogi State Police Command has launched an investigation into a tragic incident involving a police corporal who shot his female colleague before taking his own life.

The Kogi State Police Command has initiated an investigation following a tragic incident at the Ajaokuta ASCO Camp, where a police corporal, Amos Yusuf, allegedly shot and killed his female colleague, Woman Corporal Grace Onimisi, before turning the gun on himself. The incident occurred late on Sunday night, with reports indicating that it was first reported at approximately 11:04 PM by the Divisional Police Officer in Ajaokuta.
According to a statement from the police spokesperson, ASP Salisu Oyiza Afusat, preliminary investigations suggest that Corporal Yusuf was on night duty when he shot Corporal Onimisi and subsequently shot himself. Both officers were rushed to separate medical facilities, where they were pronounced dead by medical personnel.
This shocking event has raised concerns within the Kogi State Police Command, prompting them to delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding the incident. The police are expected to conduct a thorough investigation to uncover the motives and any underlying issues that may have led to this tragic occurrence.
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- Punch Newspapers Original article