A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Joseph Enyinnaya, was arrested in Imo State after accidentally shooting a teenage boy during New Year Mass. The incident occurred as the priest tried to disperse boys setting off knockouts in the church. Investigations are ongoing to uncover the circumstances of the tragedy.
Authorities in Imo State have arrested Rev. Fr. Joseph Enyinnaya, a Catholic priest, following a tragic incident during the New Year Mass at St. Columbus Catholic Church, Amaimo, Ikeduru Local Government Area. The priest is alleged to have fatally shot a teenage boy while attempting to disperse a group of boys setting off knockouts within the church premises.
Eyewitnesses claim the priest fired warning shots into the air to deter the boys. However, the firearm reportedly misfired, striking the teenager. The unexpected turn of events has sent shockwaves through the local community, with residents expressing grief and calling for a thorough investigation.
The Imo State Police Command has confirmed the incident and launched an investigation to determine the precise circumstances leading to the boy’s death. Speaking on the matter, police spokesperson Henry Okoye emphasized the need for a detailed inquiry to uncover the facts.
Residents have expressed mixed reactions, with some lamenting the use of firearms in a religious setting and others questioning the lack of alternative methods to handle the situation.
