Two Brothers Beat Sibling to Death, Bury Him in Shallow Grave in Anambra

The Anambra State Police Command has apprehended two suspects for the alleged murder and burial of their brother in a shallow grave in Oko, Orumba North Local Government Area. The arrest was announced by the Commissioner of Police in Anambra State, CP Nnaghe Itam, during a press briefing at the command’s headquarters in Awka on Monday, January 6.

According to the police, the deceased, Chibuzor Okeke, was accused of burglary and theft. His brother, Chidiebere Okeke, and their cousin, Emebo Ogochukwu, reportedly caught him in the act and brutally beat him, leading to his death.

In his statement, CP Itam said, “We have suspects that murdered their brother and buried him in a shallow grave in a compound at Oko. The deceased, Late Chibuzor Okeke, was accused of burglary and stealing. His brother, Chidiebere Okeke, and his cousin, Emebo Ogochukwu, caught him and beat him to stupor. As a result, Chibuzor became unconscious and was rushed to the hospital, where the doctor confirmed him dead.”

Following the incident, the suspects allegedly dug a shallow grave within their compound and buried Chibuzor’s body. The police have stated that investigations are ongoing, and the suspects will face charges in court upon the conclusion of the inquiry.