The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the killing of a 72-year-old All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain, Julius Bello, allegedly by his 52-year-old son, John Bello, in Iviegwe Quarters, Fugar, Etsako Central Local Government Area of the state.
The tragic incident reportedly took place on Sunday, November 8, 2026, with the suspect currently said to be on the run.
The Police Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, confirmed the development, stating that the command had launched an investigation into the incident to establish the circumstances surrounding the killing and track down the fleeing suspect.
The deceased, popularly referred to as De Lord Ogata, served as the APC Ward Three Chairman in Fugar, Etsako Central LGA.
Reports indicate that he was allegedly attacked by his son with a sledgehammer and left seriously injured in a pool of blood. He was later taken to a hospital, where he reportedly identified his son as his attacker before eventually succumbing to his injuries.
According to eyewitness accounts, the suspect had returned from Lagos over the weekend before allegedly carrying out the attack on his father on Sunday.
Although the reason behind the incident remains unclear, reports suggest that the deceased’s wife had contacted their son and asked him to return home from Lagos.
Following the incident, some enraged residents reportedly attempted to lynch the woman, blaming her for inviting the suspect back home. However, police operatives intervened and rescued her from the angry mob.
The police have not released additional information about the incident, as investigations are ongoing. Authorities are expected to intensify efforts to locate and arrest the suspect.
