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The Cross River State Police Command has recovered eight dried corpses from a local mortuary in Isong Inyang Community, Akamkpa Local Government Area.
In a statement, the State Police Public Relations Officer, ASP Eitokpah Sunday, said one suspect has been arrested in connection with the discovery, adding that preliminary investigations indicate he is employed by a company operating in the area.
“The Cross River State Police Command wishes to respond to reports circulating in sections of the media concerning the discovery of corpses at a local embalmment hall in Isong Inyang Community along Calabar–Ikom Highway on 13th February 2026,” ASP Sunday said.
He explained that at about 11:56 a.m. on the said date, “credible information was received by the Police regarding the presence of corpses at the facility. Operatives were immediately mobilised to the scene to verify the report. Upon arrival, eight well-dried corpses were discovered in the hall.” Punch









