Ugep, Cross River – A devastating incident has shaken the community of Ijiman Ugep in Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State, as a young man identified as Eko from Lepankom Ijiman Ugep was shot dead at the Apostolic Primary School field.
Eyewitnesses report that the shooting occurred around 9:50 pm on Sunday, with multiple gunshots heard by residents living nearby.
The victim, Eko, was found with a gunshot wound to his right lap, close to his scrotum. His phone was not found on him.
The scene was met with an outpouring of grief, as family, friends, and community members gathered to mourn the loss of the young man.
The atmosphere was tense, with many calling for justice and an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding Eko’s death.
The police are yet to be informed, and people expect them to arrive at the scene shortly to commence investigations.
As the community struggles to come to terms with this tragic loss, many are left wondering who could be behind such a heinous act.
The incident has sent shockwaves throughout the region, with many calling for increased security measures to prevent such incidents in the future.
Details of the Incident:
- Location: Apostolic Primary School field, Ijiman Ugep, Yakurr Local Government Area, Cross River State
- Time: around 9:50 pm, Sunday, December 8, 2024.
- Victim: Eko from Lepankom Ijiman Ugep
- Cause of Death: Gunshot wound to the right lap, close to the scrotum
- Investigation: Police team are expected to arrive at the scene