Police Arrest 16-Year-Old Over Alleged Stabbing Of 20-Year-Old In Cross River

The Cross River State Police Command has arrested a 16-year-old boy over the alleged stabbing and death of a 20-year-old man, Uwem Daniel Akpan, in Akamkpa Local Government Area of the state.

The command’s Public Relations Officer, ASP Sunday Eitokpah, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday and made available to journalists in Calabar.

According to the police, the incident occurred at about 7:30pm on Sunday, August 31, 2026, following a misunderstanding at Peters Street, Awi community, in Akamkpa LGA.

Eitokpah said the victim was rushed to the Naval Reference Hospital, Calabar, after he was allegedly stabbed, but was confirmed dead on arrival.

His remains were subsequently recovered by members of his family.

The statement read, “The Cross River State Police Command has commenced investigation into the death of a 20-year-old male, Uwem Daniel Akpan, who was allegedly stabbed during a misunderstanding at Peters Street, Awi, Cross River on 31 August, 2026.

“The incident reportedly occurred at about 7:30 pm, after which the victim was rushed to the Naval Reference Hospital, Calabar, where he was confirmed dead. His remains were subsequently recovered by his family.

“A 16-year-old male suspect has been arrested in connection with the incident and is currently in police custody. The Command is investigating the circumstances surrounding the death and the alleged involvement of the suspect,” the statement added.

The police said the case was being processed for transfer to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) in Calabar for further investigation and appropriate legal action in accordance with the law.

The command urged members of the public to remain calm and refrain from taking the law into their own hands, assuring that the circumstances surrounding the incident would be thoroughly investigated.

“Further information will be provided as the investigation progresses and relevant facts are established,” ASP Eitokpah added.