The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command has addressed circulating claims on social media regarding the ongoing investigation into the alleged murder of Miss Priscilla Ocheme by her boyfriend, Ekosuehi Iseh Elvis, also known as Richard, at his home in Lugbe, Abuja.
In a statement, the police clarified that Ekosuehi Iseh Elvis was invited for questioning on September 24, 2024. Preliminary investigations revealed that the 30-year-old suspect, originally from Oredo in Benin, Edo State, had reconnected with Priscilla after losing contact with her in 2019, following their meeting at Madonna University.
According to the police, on September 22, 2024, after a minor dispute with her mother, Priscilla left her family home in Karu and went to Ekosuehi’s residence. She departed later that evening but tragically died in a motorcycle accident at the Amala Moore junction in Pyakasa while returning home. Witnesses, including laborers Jerry Amos and Moses Bala, rushed her to Pyakasa Health Centre, where she was subsequently referred to the Federal Medical Centre, Jabi, where her death was confirmed.
The police denied any allegations of foul play, affirming their commitment to professionalism and integrity in the investigation. “The FCT Police Command prides itself on its professionalism and integrity in investigative processes and would never compromise public trust with unethical practices,” the statement emphasized.
The Command reassured the public that they are conducting a thorough and transparent investigation, promising to provide further updates as the case develops.