Police confirm mysterious death of five Abia family members

The Abia State Police Command has confirmed the mysterious deaths of five members of the same family within their residence in Umuimo, Osisioma Ngwa Local Government Area.

The victims, identified as Kachi Nnabugwu, his wife Chinaza, and their three children, were discovered deceased inside their home on Tuesday. Their absence had raised concerns after they had not been seen for several days.

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Yes, the attention of the Osisioma Divisional Police Headquarters was drawn to the incident on July 22, 2026, by the brother of the deceased, who reported that after being unable to reach Kachi Nnabugwu, they proceeded to his residence at Umuimo Village, Osisioma LGA. Upon arrival, repeated knocks yielded no response. They subsequently forced entry into the house, where they discovered the lifeless and decomposing bodies of their brother and his family.

DSP Maureen Chinaka, the Police Public Relations Officer, stated that the Osisioma Divisional Police Headquarters was alerted by the deceased's brother. Upon visiting the residence and receiving no response to repeated knocks, concerned family members forced entry, discovering the lifeless and decomposing bodies.

Detectives have visited the scene, conducted a preliminary visual inspection, and taken photographs. The bodies have been moved to a morgue for preservation and an autopsy to determine the cause of death. While community members performed traditional rites following the discovery, the circumstances surrounding the deaths remain unclear. Police investigations are ongoing.

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The crime scene has been visited. A preliminary visual inspection of the bodies was conducted, and photographs taken. The corpses have been deposited at the morgue for preservation and autopsy. Investigation is ongoing.