Asaba, Delta State — A disturbing incident reportedly involving a female trader and a suspected mentally unstable man at a popular market in Asaba, Delta State, has continued to draw attention following earlier media reports of the case.
The incident, which was said to have occurred at the Ogbe-Ogonogo Modern Market, involved a trader identified as Eunice Adigwe, who deals in palm oil and banga seeds, according to previous reports.
Eyewitness accounts published in earlier local reports described that the suspect, alleged to be a man with signs of mental instability, suddenly attacked the trader while she was attending to customers in the early hours of the day.
The attacker was said to have overpowered the woman in a chaotic scene that caused panic among traders and customers within the busy market environment. Some onlookers reportedly hesitated to intervene due to fear of being harmed. watch video
Security operatives stationed around the market were said to have responded after alarm was raised. The suspect was eventually subdued, with reports indicating that tear gas was used to control the situation before he was restrained.
The victim was rescued and reportedly taken for medical attention, while the suspect was handed over to police authorities.
Officials at the A Division Police Station in Asaba, as cited in earlier reports, described the suspect as incoherent and possibly mentally unstable. The Delta State Police Command also confirmed awareness of the incident at the time and stated that the matter was under investigation.
Authorities emphasized the need to properly assess the suspect’s mental condition while ensuring the victim received appropriate care.
The incident sparked shock and outrage among traders in the market, with many calling for improved security presence in major commercial hubs across Asaba.
