By Patrick Obia
The Cross River State Command of the Nigerian Police Force, says investigation has commenced into the discovery of corpse in Isong Inyang Community, Akamkpa Local Government Area.
The investigation became necessary by the police after news filled the air of multiple corpses found in suspected illegal mortuary in the community.
Police spokesman in the state, ASP Eitokpah Sunday, in a release issued on Friday, February 13, 2026, said an credible information was received by the Police regarding the presence of corpses at the facility. ASP Sunday stated that operatives were immediately mobilized to the scene to verify the report. Upon arrival, eight well-dried corpses were discovered in the hall.
Prompt action by the Force led to the arrest of one suspect, identified as Sunday Ben Reuben, a native of Nsit Ibom in Akwa Ibom State. Preliminary investigation according to the Police, indicates that the suspect is a mortician attached to Enghaut Company Mortuary, Akamkpa LGA.
The Command disclosed that the suspect is currently in custody, and a comprehensive investigation is ongoing to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the matter and to determine whether any laws have been breached.
The one number law enforcement agency in the country urges the public to remain calm and refrain from speculation, as further verified updates will be communicated in due course.
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