Police confirm arrest of Benue man who allegedly slaughtered 9-month-old daughter

The Police in Benue have arrested a man identified as John Depuun, a native of Mbagur Shangev in Konshisha LGA of the state, for reportedly slaughtering his nine-month-old daughter.

DAILY POST gathered that the young man committed the act on Wednesday morning.

When he was arrested the police, he allegedly admitted committing the cruel act, and that he was instructed by God to do so.

Confirming the development, the Benue State Police PRO, ASP Moses Yamu, said the man has since been arrested.

Yamu added that investigation is still on to unravel the motive behind the cruel act.