A Police man attached to Imo State Police Command, Cosmos Ugwu, has been shot dead by his girlfriend.

Ugwu was shot dead on Tuesday by his 23-year-old lover, who was identified as Amanda Uchechi Ugo, a native of Ahiazu Mbaise Local Government Area of Imo State.

It was gathered from reliable source that the incident occurred around 6.30pm on Boxing Day at Ezinihitte Area Command. Officers on the counter duty to were said to have heard the three gum shots from the room being occupied by the deceased Officer.

It was reported that the remains of the slain Officer had been deposited at the Obizi mortuary, while further investigation continues.

The suspect is currently in the Police custody for interrogation and possible prosecution.