Fake Doctor Arrested Over Death Of Woman In Botched Abortion

The Police in Akwa Ibom State have arrested a self-acclaimed doctor, Sunday Okon Akpan, after a botched abortion at his clinic allegedly led to the death of a 35-year-old woman.

The suspect, who runs the so-called Full Life Medical Centre in Ikot Obio Odong, Ibesikpo Asutan Local Government Area, was discovered to be a community health practitioner with no medical or nursing licence.

Police spokesperson DSP Timfon John, in a statement on Tuesday, said Akpan was apprehended on August 19 following a complaint by the deceased’s mother.

The victim, identified as Blessing Sunday Etim, reportedly died after undergoing an unsafe abortion at the facility.

According to the police, a neighbour of the deceased revealed that the suspect attempted to smuggle the corpse into her room to conceal the crime but fled when confronted.

Detectives later found evidence of a failed abortion, including a premature fetus discovered during inspection.

Further investigations showed that Akpan had been posing as a medical doctor, using the clinic to perform illegal procedures. The centre has since been deserted.

“The suspect, a resident of Afaha Offiong in Nsit Ibom LGA, is not a licensed doctor or nurse but a community health practitioner.

He used the facility to conduct unlawful medical services, including abortions,” DSP John stated.

The body of the deceased has been deposited at a morgue for autopsy.

The Commissioner of Police has ordered a thorough investigation to ensure justice, while further updates are expected as inquiries continue