In a shocking incident that has rocked the community of Cross River, a newlywed wife was arrested after allegedly stabbing her husband in a fit of rage over his infidelity.
The incident occurred this morning, June 14, 2024, on the outskirts of Calabar, where neighbors reported hearing heated arguments followed by screams for help.
According to police reports, the 27-year-old wife, whose name has been withheld pending further investigation, confronted her 34-year-old husband about his suspected affair with another woman.
The argument quickly escalated into a physical altercation, during which the wife allegedly grabbed a kitchen knife and stabbed her husband multiple times.
Neighbors rushed to the scene upon hearing the commotion and found the husband bleeding profusely.
Emergency services were called immediately, and the husband was rushed to the nearest hospital, where he is currently undergoing treatment for multiple stab wounds. His condition is reported to be serious but stable.
The wife was apprehended by local authorities shortly after the incident and is currently in police custody.
Preliminary investigations suggest that marital discord and suspicions of infidelity may have been contributing factors to the violent outburst.
Residents of the neighborhood expressed shock and dismay over the incident, describing the couple as relatively quiet and seemingly happy since their recent wedding.
Authorities have assured the public that a thorough investigation is underway, and the appropriate legal actions will be taken based on the outcome of the investigation.
