Delta woman arrested for allegedly killing husband, his lover and intervening neighbour
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Jan 20, 2026 01:51
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By Johnson Arua
A woman and mother of three has been arrested by the police in Delta State following the alleged killing of her husband, his suspected lover and a neighbour who reportedly attempted to intervene during a violent domestic dispute.
According to preliminary investigations, the incident occurred after a confrontation between the woman and her husband, believed to have been sparked by accusations of infidelity.
The situation is said to have quickly escalated into a fatal altercation, drawing the attention of nearby residents.
Police sources disclosed that the husband and the woman’s alleged romantic rival both sustained fatal injuries during the clash.
The circumstances surrounding how the second victim became involved are still being examined by investigators.
A neighbour who reportedly rushed in to calm the situation and prevent further violence was also attacked in the process.
The neighbour later died from injuries sustained while trying to intervene, raising concerns over the dangers faced by individuals who step in during volatile domestic disputes.
The Delta State Police Command confirmed the arrest of the suspect shortly after the incident, following reports from residents in the area.
Officers were said to have recovered items believed to have been used in the commission of the crime, though official details remain limited.
The bodies of the three victims have been deposited at a morgue for autopsy, as detectives intensify efforts to reconstruct the sequence of events that led to the tragic outcome.
The suspect is currently in custody and is expected to be charged to court after investigations are concluded.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community, reigniting conversations about domestic violence, jealousy-driven conflicts and the need for early intervention in troubled relationships.
Residents have called on authorities to strengthen community-based mechanisms that can help prevent such deadly disputes.
