According to the report, the family had powered their generator overnight, with the machine reportedly running into Sunday morning before neighbours noticed something was wrong and raised the alarm.
The Rivers State Police Command has launched an investigation into the tragic death of a family of six, including both parents, who reportedly died after inhaling fumes from a generator in Ogale community, Eleme Local Government Area of the state.
It was learnt that the incident, occurred on Sunday as the family was preparing to return to Port Harcourt after the holidays.
According to the report, the family had powered their generator overnight, with the machine reportedly running into Sunday morning before neighbours noticed something was wrong and raised the alarm.
The incident was first brought to public attention by a Facebook user, Destiny John, who described the development as a “black Sunday”.
“A black Sunday indeed, six died on the spot,” the post read. “How will I explain to you all that all this family died on the spot in Ogale today. No sickness. Oh God, let the wickedness of the wicked come to an end.”
Confirming the incident, the spokesperson of the Rivers State Police Command, Grace Iringe-Koko, told SaharaReporters on Monday afternoon that the command had commenced an investigation.
“Yes, I can confirm the incident,” Iringe-Koko said. “From the information I got, the generator was inside the living room because they were afraid it would be stolen. Investigation is ongoing.”
She added that further details would be made available at the conclusion of the investigation.