Police probe 5 children found dead in vehicle

The Nasarawa State Commissioner of Police, Shetima Jauro-Mohammed, has ordered an investigation into the death of five children at Agyaragu in Obi Local Government Area of the state.

The Nasarawa State Police Public Relations Officer, SP Ramhan Nansel, made this known via a statement issued on Monday, May 5, 2025.

Nansel disclosed that the lifeless bodies of the children were found in an abandoned vehicle parked at the residence of one Abu Agyeme at about 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 4.

He said one Ozimna Ogbor, who reported the matter, said the children, were aged between six and 10 years.

The police spokesman said: “Upon arrival, the officers found the victims locked inside the abandoned vehicle.

“They were promptly evacuated to Aro Hospital, Agyaragu, where a medical doctor regrettably confirmed all of them dead due to suspected suffocation.

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“This heartbreaking incident is a painful reminder of a similar tragedy that occurred in August 2019.

“Due to severe heat burns on the deceased bodies, the remains were released to their parents based on a request for burial.”

Nansel added that the police commissioner has ordered a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.

He quoted Jauro-Mohammed as expressing sorrow over the loss and extended the command’s condolences to the bereaved families.

Jauro-Mohammed also cautioned parents, guardians, and vehicle owners to be vigilant and ensure that children do not gain access to parked or abandoned vehicles without supervision.

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