A family friend has broken silence over the heartbreaking death of Arise Television news anchor, Somtochukwu Christelle Maduagwu, who died in Abuja after a robbery incident.
Somtochukwu, popularly known as Sommie, who was also a lawyer and model, was said to have lost her life in the early hours of Monday, September 29, at her Katampe home. Her sudden death has left colleagues, friends and viewers in deep shock.
Family friend reveals how Sommie died
According to the family friend who spoke with investigative journalist Temilola Sobola, armed robbers invaded the apartment block where Somtochukwu lived. They moved from flat to flat, carting away valuables, while residents were left in fear.
Sadly, although the police were contacted, they did not arrive on time. In panic, Somtochukwu tried to escape before the robbers could reach her flat. Reports say she jumped through the window and sustained serious injuries.
Tragically, just after she fell, police officers finally appeared at the scene. She was said to have begged them to take her to hospital, but they allegedly claimed their vehicle had no fuel. While waiting for help, she passed away from her injuries.
Journalist Temilola Sobola shared the painful account on Instagram, sparking anger and sadness over the circumstances surrounding her death.
See Temilola Sobola’s post below…
Temilola Sobola wrote: “This is 29 years old Somtochukwu Maduagwu, the Arise TV reporter who passed away after an armed robbery at her residence.
“A family friend has shed more light on what really happened: The armed robbers went to her apartment complex and were moving from flat to flat, robbing their occupants.
“The police were called but they didn’t show up. The commotion that trailed the robberies (which she heard from her flat) caused fear to grip Somtochukwu so before the robbers made it to her own apartment, she jumped out through the window.
“A few minutes after she hit the ground and hurt herself pretty bad, the police finally arrived. She begged the police to take her to the hospital for immediate medical treatment but they (the police) said they had no fuel in their vehicle. Before she could call for an alternative help, she gave up the ghost. The FCT police have started their investigation into the matter……”
See screenshot of Temilola Sobola’s Instagram post below…
