Pastor stabs mother to death in Anambra

A 30-year old on Tuesday allegedly stabbed his mother, Mrs. Grace Anaka to death in Ifite Oraifite in Ekwusigo local government area of Anambra State.

The suspect, Nwabueze Anaka, said to be a pastor with one of the new generation churches in the area, reportedly committed the crime in the family compound in the early hours.

It was gathered that the suspect took to his heels immediately he killed the mother. The reason for the dastardly act was yet to be ascertained as at press time.

Confirming the incident, Police spokesperson, Haruna Mohammed said the deceased was stabbed with a dagger.

Mohammed said the case was being investigated while efforts were on to apprehend the fleeing suspect in order to bring him to justice.