Toddler killed by mistaken gunshots from officers while chasing drug dealers in Delta
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Toddler killed by mistaken gunshots from officers while chasing drug dealers in Delta.
By Naomisophysblog
Reports from Sahara Reporters has it a little child named Onose was murdered by members of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in the city of Asaba, Delta state.
According to the source, “the officers mistakenly, while shooting sporadically, shot the little boy dead when they were chasing some suspected drug dealers.”
According to Sahara Reporters, the young victim was walking home from school when he was struck by a stray bullet fired by National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) agents.
It was reported that little Onose was transported to the Federal Medical Centre in Asaba after a stray bullet perforated his lower abdomen. Despite the best efforts of the medical team working on him, he ultimately passed away.
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Finally, it was mentioned that the deceased boy’s younger sibling was also shot in the eyes but survived.
Subsequent reports obtained by Naomisophyblog from NDLEA states that the incidence is being investigated. As they are also in touch with the family to provide necessary assistance while investigating the incident. Assures the family and members of the public that they’ll get to the root of the case and take necessary action(s).”
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