The Cross River State Police Command has uncovered an illegal mortuary in Isong Inyang community, Akamkpa Local Government Area of Cross River State, where eight decomposed bodies were recovered.
In a statement issued by the Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eitokpah Sunday, the Command confirmed that one suspect has been arrested in connection with the discovery.
Preliminary findings indicate that the suspect is attached to a company operating in the area.
According to the police, the discovery followed credible intelligence about the presence of corpses at a local embalming hall in Isong Inyang community along the Calabar–Ikom Highway on February 13, 2026.
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“At about 11:56 hours, credible information was received regarding the presence of corpses at the facility. Operatives were immediately mobilised to the scene to verify the report.
Upon arrival, eight well-dried corpses were discovered in the hall,” the statement said.
The suspect was identified as Sunday Ben Reuben, a native of Nsit Ibom in Akwa Ibom State.
He is reportedly a mortician attached to Enghaut Company Mortuary in Akamkpa Local Government Area.
Police said the suspect is currently in custody, while a comprehensive investigation is ongoing to establish the circumstances surrounding the matter and determine whether any laws were violated.
The Command urged members of the public to remain calm and avoid speculation, assuring that verified updates would be communicated as investigations progress.
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