The Edo State Police Command has arrested a man, identified as Jason Okhiria over allegations of shooting his wife, Tina Okhiria, during an argument.
NIGERIACRIME learnt that the incident occurred at the Ekae community in the New Etete area, GRA, Benin on June 3.
The couple reportedly had a disagreement when the angry husband stormed inside to pick his gun and shot his wife in her right hand.
Following the incident, NIGERIACRIME gathered that the victim’s hand has been amputated.
Confirming this to journalists on Sunday, the state Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Chidi Nwabuzor said, “On June 3, the police received a complaint from some elders of the Ekae community with Joanki Okhiria, aged nine years, that on the same day, Joanki Okhiria’s father argued with his wife, Tina Okhiria.
“In the process, Okhiria shot Tina with his double barrel gun on the left hand and the victim was taken to hospital for treatment. The affected hand has been amputated.”
Nwabuzor said the police have apprehended and would soon charge the suspect in court after an investigation.
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Meanwhile, the first lady of the state, Betsy Obaseki, paid the victim a sympathy visit at the Specialist Hospital, Benin City, Edo state, where she is currently receiving treatment.
Shortly after the visit, Obaseki said, “Today, I visited the Specialist Hospital in Benin City to see Mrs Tina Okhiria who was allegedly shot by her husband Jason because she delayed in preparing his meal leading to the amputation of her left arm.
“I asked Mrs. Okhiria’s mother if she was aware of the husband’s abusive tendencies before the incident and advised other married couples to explore the provisions offered by the State Ministry of Social Development and Gender issues in cases of abuse, rather than suffering in silence.
“I will ensure that the husband, Mr Jason will face the full weight of the law for his actions.
“And I assure you Mrs. Okhiria that you will receive assistance in obtaining a prosthetic arm to alleviate the loss she has suffered.”