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Police arrests woman for battering her 13-year-old house help, Kelechi in Imo state

A 35-year-old businesswoman, identified as Edith Nwachukwu, has been arrested by the police in Imo State for battering her 13-year-old house help, Kelechi Ejieke.

The suspect was apprehended on Tuesday evening, 21st of January 2025, by operatives of the Owerri Urban Divisional Police Headquarters after the minor was rescued from her at the popular Relief Market in Owerri.

It was gathered that the suspect had accused the minor of stealing her money.

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An Imo-based journalist, Chidiebube Okeoma, who is the founder of the Stand for Humanity Foundation, along with some traders, alerted the police when informed about the situation.

The police promptly intervened, rescuing the minor and arresting the suspect.

According to Okeoma, some traders forcefully rescued the girl from the businesswoman, who had inflicted injuries on the girl and was reportedly about to procure ten more canes to use on her.

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He revealed that operatives of the Owerri Urban Divisional Police Headquarters had taken the girl to a hospital in Owerri for treatment, as her injuries were severe.

“When I was informed, I quickly alerted the DPO. Thanks to some traders who rescued the minor and also involved the police. “

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“At the police station, the woman, who later pleaded for mercy, alleged that her house help had stolen her money, an accusation the girl denied,” he said.

“The woman said she was angry, which is why she battered the minor. The girl revealed she is from Amaeke Adam in Abia State.” [CONTINUE READING HERE]>>>>>



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