Reported by: Ijeoma G | Edited by: Oravbiere Osayomore Promise.
The Abia State Police Command has confirmed the death of five members of the same family in Umuimo community, Osisioma Ngwa Local Government Area, in a tragic incident that has left residents in shock and mourning. The victims, identified as Mr. Kachi Nnabugwu, his wife Chinaza Nnabugwu, and their three children, were found dead inside their residence on Tuesday, July 22, 2026, after they had not been seen for several days.
According to the Police Public Relations Officer of the Abia State Command, DSP Maureen Chinaka, the matter was reported to the Osisioma Divisional Police Headquarters on July 22, 2026, by the brother of the deceased. The complainant had been unable to reach Kachi Nnabugwu and proceeded to his residence at Umuimo Village, Osisioma LGA. Upon arrival, repeated knocks yielded no response, prompting the family and neighbours to force entry into the house.
“They subsequently forced entry into the house, where they discovered the lifeless and decomposing bodies of their brother and his family,” Chinaka said. The crime scene has been visited, a preliminary visual inspection of the bodies was conducted, and photographs taken. The corpses have been deposited at the morgue for preservation and autopsy.
The family was last seen by neighbours and other residents on Saturday, July 18, before their prolonged absence raised concerns within the community. After several days without seeing any member of the household, residents reportedly checked the residence, where the five bodies were discovered on Monday morning. A community source told Vanguard that residents suspect the family may have died from inhaling carbon monoxide fumes from a power generator, although the cause of death has yet to be confirmed. Containers of leftover food and a generator set were reportedly found in the building.
Police said investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths. A video circulating on social media showed community members performing traditional rites following the discovery, although the circumstances surrounding the deaths remain unclear. The incident has thrown the community into mourning.
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