The Rivers State Police Command has launched an investigation into the death of a seven-year-old girl, Alicia Olajumoke, who was killed in her home in the Agip Estate area of Rumueme, Port Harcourt.
Police said the incident occurred on 25 November at the child’s residence at 21 Okabia Street, where she lived with her mother, Glory Joseph.
According to the Command’s spokesperson, SP Grace Iringe-Koko, the child’s mother reported that a woman known as Success, who was familiar to the family, went to Alicia’s school, took her home, and fatally attacked her.
The suspect was later found with severe injuries and also died.
“The scene was visited, and photographs were taken. The victim and the suspect were taken to hospital, where both were confirmed dead,” the police statement said.
The child’s body has been deposited at the morgue for autopsy, and the case has been transferred to the State Criminal Investigation Department for further inquiry.
Residents of Agip Estate said they were deeply shaken by the tragedy, describing Alicia as a cheerful and bright child.
Police say the motive remains unclear but confirmed that the suspect was well known to the family, which allowed her to take the child from school without drawing suspicion.
Authorities have urged schools, parents, and guardians to strengthen child safety measures, particularly regarding who is permitted to pick up pupils.
