Uduak Akpan, killer of the slain job seeker, Iniubong Umoren has been sentenced to death by hanging.
An Akwa Ibom State High Court sitting in Uyo, ,the state capital and presided over by Justice Bassey Nkanang found him guilty on a two count charge of murder and rape while the father and sister were discharged and acquitted on the charge of accessory after the fact to murder.
On the first count charge of murder Akpan was sentenced to death by hanging while on the second charge of rape, he was sentenced to life imprisonment.
Drama ensued after the sentencing as Uduak Akpan attempted to escape from the court room but was apprehended by security personnel who were strategically positioned .
Siblings of the late Umoren who spoke to newsmen expressed joy that justice had been served.
Editor Oloyede Oworu
