Nigerian-born Footballer Shot Dead After Killing Neighbour & Holding A Toddler Captive

Odichukumma Kelvin Igweani, 24, was shot dead four times by police for killing a neighbor and holding a toddler captive. The footballer is suspected of killing neighbour Richard Woodcock, whose body was found on the floor of his flat in Milton Keynes, Bucks, on Saturday. A Detective Chief Inspector , Stuart Blaik said “Neighbours reported hearing a female screaming and shouting for help. A female and young child managed to flee the address prior to police arrival.

“Richard Woodcock from the neighbouring property had gone to the address to help save a young boy as it was believed he was still in the property and at risk of significant harm.”

He added: “Having had to force entry, the officers immediately saw a deceased male, who has now been identified as Richard Woodcock, on the floor and were also aware of a distressed young child within the address.”

“As entry was gained, another male, now known to be Kelvin Igweani, immediately became aggressive towards the officers.

“A Taser was discharged but this was ineffective, and Igweani barricaded himself within the main bedroom.

“A child could be heard crying along with sounds of an ongoing assault. Entry was gained to the bedroom at which point a police firearm was discharged.

“Police officers and ambulance staff gave immediate first aid but Kelvin Igweani was declared deceased at 10.33hrs.

Odichukumma Kelvin is reported to have played for lower league teams in Germany, including FC Anker Wismar and Westfalia Wickede in Dortmund.