Police arrest housewife for alleged battering of husband in Ondo

By Dayo Johnson

Police detectives in Ondo State have arrested a housewife, Olatunde Mary, for alleged spousal battery after she reportedly injured her husband with a cutlass during a domestic dispute in Akure.

A police source said the incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. and was reported at the Gender-Based Offences Unit, Command Headquarters, Akure.

According to the source, during an altercation with her husband, Olatunde Julius, the suspect allegedly assaulted him and inflicted a deep cut on his left hand, causing severe bodily injury.

The victim was taken for medical treatment where the extent of the injuries was assessed and documented. Investigators obtained statements from both parties and gathered evidence.

After establishing a prima facie case, Mary was arrested and arraigned before a competent court for prosecution.

The state police spokesperson, DSP Jimoh Abayomi, confirmed the incident.

Abayomi said the command treats all forms of domestic violence as a serious threat to safety and dignity, and perpetrators will be held accountable regardless of gender, status, or relationship.

He therefore urged residents to report domestic violence and gender-related offences promptly to the nearest station or the GBV Unit for swift intervention.

The police image maker added that the command will continue to uphold justice and protect vulnerable persons.

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