Mother and Pastor Arrested After Fatal Beating of 14-Year-Old in Cross River

The Cross River State Police have arrested 43-year-old Agnes Peter and Pastor Samson Roman Dago, 43, after a 14-year-old girl died following a severe beating. Officers say the teenager, Nancy Peter, was first beaten by her mother at home. She was later taken to a local church where the pastor allegedly flogged her with a cane. The victim lost consciousness and was rushed to a health facility in Wula. Doctors confirmed she was dead on arrival. Investigators have launched a full-scale probe. Police have dismissed social media rumors that the girl suffered sexual assault. Preliminary medical exams found no evidence of such abuse. The suspects remain in custody as the inquiry continues.

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