Tragedy struck Umuimo community in Osisioma Ngwa Local Government Area of Abia State after five members of the same family were found dead inside their home, with their decomposing bodies discovered days after they were last seen.
The victims were reportedly found on Tuesday, July 21, after neighbours and concerned residents forced their way into the house when the family had not been seen for several days.
According to residents, the family was last seen on Saturday, July 18, before their sudden disappearance sparked concern within the community. After repeated efforts to reach them failed, neighbours checked the residence and discovered the lifeless bodies.
The deceased were identified as the father, Mr. Kachi Nnabugwu, his wife, Mrs. Chinaza Nnabugwu, and their three children.
Containers of leftover food and a generator were reportedly found inside the house after the door was forced open. The bodies were later evacuated and deposited in a mortuary.
A video circulating on social media showed community members performing traditional rites at the scene following the tragic discovery.
Confirming the incident on Wednesday, July 22, the spokesperson of the Abia State Police Command, DSP Maureen Chinaka, said the matter was reported to the Osisioma Divisional Police Headquarters by the deceased’s brother after the family could no longer be reached.
She said:
“The attention of the Osisioma Divisional Police Headquarters was drawn to the incident on 22/07/2026 by the brother of the deceased, who reported that after being unable to reach Kachi Nnabugwu, they proceeded to his residence at Umuimo Village, Osisioma LGA.
“Upon arrival, repeated knocks yielded no response. They subsequently forced entry into the house, where they discovered the lifeless and decomposing bodies of their brother and his family.
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“The crime scene has been visited. A preliminary visual inspection of the bodies was conducted, and photographs taken. The corpses have been deposited at the morgue for preservation and autopsy.”
Police said investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths, while an autopsy is expected to establish the exact cause.
