South Africa investigates death of Nigerian who collapsed during arrest
Summary
South African police are investigating the death of a Nigerian man, Ibeh Chika Simon, who collapsed during an arrest in Cape Town. This incident has increased tensions between South Africa and Nigeria amid concerns about violence and police actions targeting foreign nationals.Key Facts
- Ibeh Chika Simon, a 42-year-old Nigerian, died after collapsing during his arrest by South African police.
- A post-mortem showed Simon had multiple bruises and abrasions on his back and chest.
- Nigerian officials have called for a transparent investigation into the incident.
- This is the second recent case of a Nigerian dying during police operations in South Africa.
- South African police found an unlicensed firearm and drugs during the operation.
- Another Nigerian man, Egwabor Patrick Chuks, was reportedly shot during the same police action and is in hospital.
- The Independent Police Investigative Directorate (Ipid) is investigating Simon’s death and a similar earlier incident.
- Diplomatic tensions have also risen with Ghana over claims of violence against migrants in South Africa.
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