The Edo State Police Command has launched a search for a man identified as Timothy Gilbert, who allegedly doused his girlfriend, 40-year-old Angela Ogah, with acid.
Confirming the incident, the command’s spokesperson, Moses Yamu, said the attack occurred at Ihovbe Quarters in Ikpoba Hill, after which the suspect fled.
He stated, “The command has commenced a manhunt for the arrest of the suspect, and I am sure he will be brought to justice.”
Yamu also disclosed that the couple had been having disagreements over alleged infidelity. He urged members of the public to walk away from abusive partners, stressing that love should never be forced.
According to PUNCH Metro, Gilbert escaped after the assault earlier this month.
The victim’s lawyer, John Izegaegbe, told our correspondent on Monday that Ogah had been taken to a private hospital, where she is currently fighting for her life.
He added that a petition had been submitted to the state Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, calling for immediate intervention.
Journalists who visited Ogah reported that she was barely able to speak.
Izegaegbe urged authorities to take swift action to apprehend the suspect.
He said, “We want the suspect to be arrested. The victim is in severe pain. She could barely talk when journalists visited her.
“Gilbert is currently on the run after bathing Ogah with a substance suspected to be acid. We are currently on the authorities to effect his arrest without delay.”
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