The Anambra State Police Command has confirmed the sudden death of four siblings in a suspected case of food poisoning.
The incident occurred in the the early hours of Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Ogidi, Idemili North Local Government Area of the State.
The Command’s Spokesman, SP Tochukwu Ikenga, who confirmed the incident in a statement Wednesday night, disclosed that operatives of the Command have taken over the scene of a tragic incident.
“Upon receiving the distress report, police operatives from Ogidi Division swiftly responded to the scene. The bodies of the deceased children were recovered and have since been deposited at the morgue for preservation and autopsy.
In the course of preliminary investigations, the police obtained samples of the suspected food, which have been forwarded for forensic analysis to determine the actual cause of the incident.
“Officers are also conducting interviews with residents and other potential witnesses within the neighborhood to gather relevant information that may aid the ongoing investigation,” the statement said.
It added that the mother of the victims, who also reportedly consumed the same meal, is currently receiving intensive medical care at a hospital and remains in critical condition.
Meanwhile, the State Commissioner of Police, Ikioye Orutugu, has expressed deep shock and sadness over the unfortunate incident.
He extended the Command’s heartfelt sympathies to the affected family and wished the mother a speedy recovery, noting that her account will be vital in shedding more light on the circumstances surrounding the case.
Orutugu assured the public that a thorough and comprehensive investigation is underway, and no stone will be left unturned in uncovering the truth behind this tragic occurrence, and will communicate further developments in due course.
