The Enugu State Police Command has launched an investigation into the deaths of four students of the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN), following a house party at a lodge in the Hill Top area of Nsukka.
The victims, comprising two males and two females, reportedly fell ill after allegedly consuming alcoholic beverages during the gathering. They were later confirmed dead on arrival at a hospital on Wednesday.
According to the police spokesperson, Superintendent Daniel Ndukwe, six other students who also fell ill during the party were rushed to the hospital for medical attention.
Police operatives reportedly recovered alcoholic beverages from the scene, while the remains of the four deceased students have been deposited in a mortuary for autopsy.
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The university had earlier confirmed the incident, stating that preliminary findings suggested possible alcohol and drug abuse as the cause of the deaths.
Following the tragedy, the university’s Vice-Chancellor, Professor Simon Ortuanya, declared a three-day mourning period in honour of the deceased students.
The police said investigations are ongoing to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the incident and determine the actual cause of the deaths. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
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