A High Court in Rivers State has sentenced four individuals to death for their involvement in the killing of the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Ahoada. The judgment followed a full trial in which the court examined evidence presented by the prosecution.

The incident, which shocked residents of the area, involved the violent attack and killing of the senior police officer while he was on duty. The case drew widespread attention due to the seriousness of the crime and its impact on security personnel in the state.

In delivering the judgment, the court found the accused persons guilty of murder and ruled that the prosecution had proven its case beyond reasonable doubt. The judge subsequently handed down the death sentence as prescribed by law for the offence.

The verdict has sparked reactions across Rivers State, with many seeing it as a strong message against attacks on security officials. Authorities have reiterated their commitment to ensuring justice and maintaining law and order across the region.