A middle-aged man has reportedly killed his wife over a little misunderstanding in Benue State on Tuesday, 24^th October, 2023.

The incident happened in Korinya, Konshisha Local Government Area of Benue State as reported by an eyewitness who pleaded anonymity.

Although the cause of the misunderstanding is not immediately known, the eyewitness explained that the couple had a misunderstanding in the early hours of Tuesday.

“A neighbour told us that the wife suddenly cried for help as the husband was beating her and before people could get to the couple’s house, the man had stabbed her.

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“Seen what happened the man tried to run away but was apprehended and taken to the police station”, the eyewitness said.

When contacted, the spokesperson for the state command, Catherine Anene, confirmed the incident but said she was awaiting further details.

“The incident is confirmed and the suspect is in custody. We will understand what really happened during investigation,” she said.