Hit-and-Run Driver Kills PhD-Holding Police Inspector in Enugu -

A tragic hit-and-run accident has claimed the life of a senior police officer, Dr. Ikechukwu Obodo, in Enugu State.

The Enugu State Police Command confirmed the incident on Tuesday, describing it as a fatal motor-pedestrian accident involving an unidentified driver who fled the scene.

Dr. Obodo, a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) holder from Nkpologu community in Enugu State, was attached to the Operations Department at the State Police Command Headquarters before his untimely death.

The Police Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Daniel Ndukwe, disclosed the development in an official statement issued in Enugu.

He clarified that the statement became necessary following misleading reports circulating on social media, which falsely alleged that the deceased officer was killed by a police convoy.

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According to Ndukwe, there is currently no evidence linking the incident to any police convoy. He emphasized that the command is conducting a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding the fatal accident.

“Losing a police officer or any other person in such circumstances is deeply disheartening and must be thoroughly investigated. However, there is no evidence establishing that a police convoy was involved in the fatal hit-and-run accident at this time,” he stated.

While details such as the exact time and location of the incident were not disclosed, the police assured the public that updates would be provided as investigations progress.

Authorities have launched a manhunt for the fleeing driver, while the remains of the late officer have been deposited in a mortuary.

The police command reiterated its commitment to ensuring justice is served and urged members of the public to provide any useful information that could aid in apprehending the suspect.