
Man Commits Suicide After Attacking Girlfriend With Acid In Lagos
Man Commits Suicide After Attacking Girlfriend With Acid In Lagos
A 43-year-old man, Pere Faruk, has reportedly died by suicide shortly after allegedly pouring acid on his girlfriend during a domestic altercation on Lagos Island.
According to information gathered, the incident occurred at about 5:40 p.m. on June 30, at No. 8 Messy Street, Lagos Island.
A family source said Faruk, the younger brother of the deceased, Pere Jeli, who resides nearby at No. 9 Igbosere Street, was informed of the incident and immediately raised alarm.
The victim, identified as Kemi Bashiru, was rushed to the Lagos Island General Hospital, where she is receiving treatment for severe burns.
Shortly after the attack, Faruk was discovered unresponsive in his room, with a bottle of Sniper insecticide found beside him, suggesting he took his own life.
His body was taken to the hospital and later deposited in a public mortuary for autopsy, while the scene of the incident was documented by responders.
Sources said police investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the altercation and its tragic outcome.
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