A man,Ikenna Ozioko of Umuezeb,i has been declared wanted by the Enugu police command after he allegedly bathed his neighbor, Mr Victor Onah with acid.
The incident occurred in a residential apartment in Nsukka where both were tenants.
The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO), Mr Ebere Amarizu, who briefed newsmen said:
“On Oct. 21 in Umuezebi, Nsukka, Ozioko allegedly poured a corrosive liquid substance believed to be acid on Onah over unresolved issues between both of them. After allegedly bathing the victim with the said substance, the suspect fled from the compound, leaving the victim unconscious.’’
“Onah was later rushed to St. Anthony Hospital, Obeachara, Nsukka, where he is still receiving treatment and is recuperating.’’
The police said full investigations had commenced with a view to establishing the circumstances surrounding the alleged crime and to ensure that the suspect was arrested and brought to book.