A man identified as Emmanuel Etim has allegedly set his mother, Mrs Atim Eyo, on fire after accusing her of causing the death of his daughter in Ojuah, Akamkpa Local Government Area of Cross River State.
The incident reportedly occurred on Friday, August 14, 2026, shortly after Etim’s daughter died.
According to an eyewitness, Etim went to his mother’s residence carrying about four litres of fuel and a lighter. He allegedly confronted her over the child’s death and accused her of being responsible.
The confrontation reportedly turned violent when Etim allegedly attempted to strangle his mother. She managed to break free and tried to escape, but he allegedly poured fuel on her before setting her ablaze.
Neighbours who witnessed the incident reportedly intervened quickly and extinguished the fire before taking the victim to a hospital for treatment.
Confirming the incident, the Cross River State Police Command spokesperson, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, said the command was aware of the case.
Eitokpah said the suspect was currently at large, adding that the police were making efforts to arrest him and establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
He assured the public that further information would be released as the investigation progresses.
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