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.
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‎According to information gathered, the incident occurred at about 5:40 p.m. on June 30, at No. 8 Messy Street, Lagos Island.
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‎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.
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‎The victim, identified as Kemi Bashiru, was rushed to the Lagos Island General Hospital, where she is receiving treatment for severe burns.
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‎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.
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‎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.
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‎Sources said police investigations are ongoing to determine the full circumstances surrounding the altercation and its tragic outcome.