The Nigerian Army has confirmed it is investigating the fatal shooting of a 13-year-old boy, Timothy Daniel, allegedly by a soldier in Akwa Ibom State.
According to local reports, the incident occurred in the early hours of New Year’s Day after the soldier made inappropriate sexual advances toward the victim's 15-year-old sister, Miracle Daniel. Residents stated that Timothy confronted the soldier for touching his sister inappropriately as they returned from church.
It is alleged that the confrontation angered the soldier, who then shot Timothy in the head, killing him instantly.
The Army Public Relations Officer for the 2 Brigade confirmed that the matter has been taken up by the military police and that an investigation is underway.
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