Operatives of Anambra State Police Command, have successfully rescued a 28-year-old man, Okwudili David Onyiba, who attempted to commit suicide by electrocution.
The incident occurred in the evening of 2nd September 2025, when the suspect climbed a power transmission high-tension pole situated behind Grace of God Mission, off NEPA Road, Awada.
The Command’s Spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, in a statement on Wednesday, explained that “upon receiving the distress information, the operatives swiftly mobilized to the scene, cordoned off the area to prevent danger, and controlled the large crowd that had gathered.
“After several minutes of persuasion by the police and some concerned members of the public, the man eventually climbed down safely.”
The Command also appealed to members of the public to always seek lawful and peaceful solutions to personal challenges, and to reach out to family, friends, or relevant support groups in times of distress.
Meanwhile, the State Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, has directed that the victim be taken for proper medical and mental health evaluation.
He further assured that the Command will provide the necessary support to ensure the victim’s well-being.
