Tipper driver allegedly commits suicide in Rivers state

A Tipper driver in Rivers stat, has reportedly committed suicide at Eagle Island, in the Obio-Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State.

It was gathered that the deceased who was simply identified as Justice was found dangling from a rope tied to a tree at the back of Octopus Sandfill Jetty, Eagle Island in the state.

The South-South Chairman of the Tipper Drivers Association of Nigeria in Rivers state, Prince Barifodum, raised concerns over the circumstances surrounding the death, as he called on the police to carry out a thorough investigation into the case as the association suspects a foul play.

The spokesperson for the state police command, Grace Iringe-Koko, said a detailed investigation is being carried out at the moment.

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