Enugu Police Arrest Property Owner After Tank Collapse
On September 18, a concrete water tank reservoir collapsed onto a neighboring house in Nenwenta community, Awgu Local Government Area, resulting in the deaths of five family members. The deceased included Raphael Onwu, his wife, mother, and two children.
A 9-year-old boy survived and was taken to the hospital for treatment. The Enugu State Police, led by Superintendent Daniel Ndukwe, confirmed the arrest of the property owner, Onyedikachi Nkwo, following the incident reported at around 5:00 a.m.
Officers arrived at the scene by 5:45 a.m. Personnel from the National Emergency Management Agency and community members assisted in the rescue operation.
The Commissioner of Police, Bitrus Giwa, has ordered a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths and expressed condolences to the victims' relatives. He urged compliance with safety standards in construction to prevent future tragedies.
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