Police Launch Manhunt for Son Accused of Killing Father in Edo

The Edo State Police Command has commenced an investigation into the killing of a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Julius Bello, allegedly by his son in Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area.

The police spokesperson, Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the incident on Monday, saying the suspect, identified as Irobudo, was still at large.

She said the command had begun investigating the killing and was working to apprehend the suspect.

Bello, popularly known as De Lord Ogata, was the APC Ward Three Chairman in Fugar. He was reportedly attacked with a sledgehammer, which was used to strike him on the head.

A family source said the suspect returned home from Lagos over the weekend and allegedly attacked his father on Sunday.

The source further claimed that the suspect had been told by a prophet that his father was responsible for his financial difficulties.

Describing the incident as tragic, the source said the family was mourning the deceased while the suspect remained on the run.

The police have yet to announce an arrest as investigations continue.