A lady identified as Augustina Mowari, has reportedly stabbed her boyfriend, Michael Ikuedowoni, to death over alleged infidelity, in Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State.
The tragic incident occurred over the weekend when the lady allegedly used a pair of scissors on Michael during a heated argument in their shared apartment.
According to sources, the two lovers had been engaged in heated arguments over trust issues that ultimately led to the fatal altercation.
A close friend of the deceased, who pleaded anonymity, stated that the recurring dispute escalated after Mowari accused Ikuedowoni of sleeping with other women.
The source explained: “Both of them were struggling with fidelity issues. That day, Mowari accused Ikuedowoni of unfaithfulness, which angered him and led to a heated argument. In the heat of the moment, Mowari grabbed a pair of scissors and stabbed him in the leg.”
The source further said, Michael was initially taken to a nearby hospital, where he received treatment and was discharged after being administered injections and prescribed medication.
“After being discharged, his condition deteriorated at home. His leg became swollen, and he was rushed back to the hospital on Sunday night. Unfortunately, he passed away despite the doctors’ efforts to save him.”
Confirming the incident, the police spokesperson in the state, DSP Olayinka Ayanlade, stated that the suspect had been arrested and was in custody.
He said: “There was an argument between the two, which led to the suspect stabbing the victim with scissors. He later died in the hospital. The suspect is in our custody, and the case will be charged to court after investigation