There was pandemonium Tuesday evening at Abasi Obori following an altercation between two lovers that led to the death of 34-year-old Ms. Esther Ndereke, who was allegedly beaten to death by his older lover, 54-year-old Nkeruewen Etuk, during an argument.
The tense incident occurred at 32 Abasi Obori Street, Calabar South LGA. It followed a violent encounter that ended in Ms. Ndereke's tragic death.
Findings showed that on the evening of July 18, 2023, two duos had a misunderstanding. The suspect started hitting his girlfriend, Esther Ndereke, aged 34, as their evening took a horrifying turn.
Eyewitnesses who pleaded anonymity recounted a distressing scene that unfolded at approximately 7:30 p.m. at 32 Abasi Obori Street.
“We can’t really tell what happened between them. However, we heard noises that caused the couple to engage in a heated altercation, their voices resonating with anger and despair. “Within moments, the dispute escalated into a horrifying display of violence, with Mr. Etuk, fueled by an uncontrollable rage, unleashing a torrent of brutal blows upon Ms. Ndereke in their room. This isbecause it seems they live together as lovers.
“The assault left Ms. Ndereke battered and broken, her body bearing the painful imprints of the relentless beatings of the suspect.
“Ms. Ndereke slumped, slipping into a coma, and was rushed to the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, UCTH, where she was confirmed dead and has since been deposited at their morgue,” the eyewitness said.
When contacted, the Police Public Relations Officer, SP Irene Ugbo, who confirmed the tragic incident, said the Uwanse Divisional Police Officer, DPO, who said the incident happened in his jurisdiction, responded swiftly.
“The police rushed the victim to the UCTH, unfortunately, she didn’t make it, as she was certified dead by a doctor at the hospital.
“Following established protocols, the lifeless body of Ms. Ndereke has been deposited awaiting a comprehensive autopsy. This will shed light on the exact cause of her untimely demise.
“Meanwhile, the suspect, Mr Nkeruewen Etuk, is now in our custody, and we will ensure that he faces the full weight of justice for his alleged actions,” SP Ugbo assured
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