- Bride arrested after allegedly poisoning wedding reception food in Jahun, Jigawa
- Most guests treated and discharged while police carried out investigation
- The groom was critically ill and one guest died following the food poisoning incident
A wedding celebration in Jahun Local Government Area turned to tragedy on Thursday when food served at the reception was allegedly poisoned by the bride, resulting in the groom falling critically ill and one guest dying.
The shocking incident was confirmed by Shi’isu Adam, the State Police Public Relations Officer, who spoke to the press on Friday, January 3.
Bride arrested after allegedly poisoning wedding food
“We received a report that the bride had tainted the food served at the wedding reception, leaving the groom critically ill.
“Police have arrested two suspects in connection with the alleged food poisoning,” Adam stated.
Adam disclosed that two suspects, including the bride, had been arrested and were currently undergoing interrogation by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID).
Eyewitnesses speculated that the poisoning may have been motivated by a personal vendetta, though the exact reasons remain unclear.
While most of the guests who consumed the tainted food have been treated and discharged from the hospital, one victim tragically died from the poisoning.
Police urge calm as investigation into poisoning deepens
Authorities were investigating the case and yet to disclose the identities of the deceased, the groom, or the other victims involved.
The incident has left the Jahun community in a state of disbelief, as what should have been a joyful celebration became a sombre tragedy.
The police assured the public that they would continue to pursue justice in the case.
“We are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident and will provide updates as more details emerge.
We urge the public to remain calm while we work tirelessly to unravel the facts,” Adam added.
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