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A retired High Court judge in Delta State, Justice Ifeoma Okogwu, has been found dead in her Asaba residence.
The discovery has prompted a police investigation into the circumstances of her death.
Security sources told a platform, Zagazola Makama that the victim was discovered in her sitting room at No. 8 Tom Halen Street, behind IBTC Bank, with her hands and legs tied and her mouth covered with a wrapper.
Her brother, Emeka Okogwu, reported the incident to the police at about 8:00 a.m. while visiting her home.
Following the report, patrol teams were deployed to the scene.
The on-duty security guard, Lucky Matthew, was arrested for questioning, while another guard, Godwin Vanen, was reported missing and is being sought.
The police said the body of Justice Okogwu was evacuated and deposited at Maduemeie Hospital Mortuary, Asaba. Investigation into the motive and identification of the assailants is ongoing.
The case has been transferred to SCID Asaba for discreet investigation.
Police confirmed that efforts are ongoing to locate the missing guard and to gather forensic evidence from the residence.
Residents have expressed shock over the murder, describing Justice Okogwu as a quiet and respected member of the community.
Security experts called for enhanced vigilance and monitoring of security personnel in residential areas following the incident.
The Delta State Police Command assured the public that it is committed to bringing the perpetrators to justice and safeguarding citizens in Asaba.
