Young Woman Allegedly Poisons Boyfriend to Death Over Infidelity in Port Harcourt

A young woman has been accused of poisoning her boyfriend to death in the Iyo Polo community, located in the Marine Base area of Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The incident reportedly occurred earlier this week and has since sparked widespread concern and discussions both locally and on social media platforms.

According to preliminary reports, the suspect allegedly took the drastic action after discovering that her boyfriend had been unfaithful. Neighbors and community members claim that the couple had been involved in a heated argument shortly before the young man’s sudden death.

The victim, whose name has not yet been officially released by authorities, was said to have shown symptoms of poisoning before he collapsed. Witnesses reported that he started convulsing shortly after consuming a meal allegedly prepared by the suspect. Efforts to revive him failed, and he was confirmed dead shortly after.

Local residents revealed that the couple had been in a relationship for some time, though it was reportedly marred by frequent disputes. Community sources said the argument that preceded the incident was particularly intense and appeared to revolve around allegations of cheating.

The Rivers State Police Command has acknowledged the case and confirmed that an investigation is currently underway. Officers from the Marine Base Division reportedly responded to distress calls from residents and arrived at the scene to secure the area and take the suspect into custody.

Police authorities have not released official details regarding the substance allegedly used in the poisoning. However, sources within the investigation indicated that samples from the deceased’s body and the remaining food at the scene have been sent for forensic analysis to determine the exact cause of death.

As of Friday, the suspect remains in police custody and is being interrogated. Authorities say she will be charged once investigations are completed and sufficient evidence is gathered.

The Rivers State Police Public Relations Officer has urged members of the public to remain calm and allow law enforcement agencies to handle the case professionally. He also advised against spreading unverified information about the incident, warning that misinformation could interfere with the ongoing investigation.

The tragic event has triggered strong emotional reactions across the Marine Base community and beyond, with many expressing shock at the alleged motive behind the killing. Community leaders have called for justice to be served while also urging young people to find peaceful means of resolving relationship disputes.

Gender rights advocates and legal experts have weighed in on the matter, noting that while betrayal in relationships can be deeply hurtful, taking the law into one’s hands is both unlawful and morally indefensible. Several voices online have also called for better emotional health awareness and counseling services for young couples.

Police have assured the public that the case will be thoroughly investigated and prosecuted in accordance with the law. The deceased’s family is said to be cooperating with authorities and has called for a thorough probe into the circumstances that led to their loved one’s death.

The incident is the latest in a troubling series of domestic disputes across Nigeria that have escalated into fatal violence. Authorities continue to urge citizens to report any signs of domestic abuse or threats to security agencies before situations spiral out of control.

As investigations continue, the suspect is expected to face formal charges in the coming days, pending the outcome of forensic tests and witness statements. The police reiterated their commitment to ensuring that justice is served in the case.