Police begin probe of Yul Edochie son’s death

The Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into Kambilichukwu’s death, the son of popular actor Yul Edochie.

Edochie was said to have reported his son’s death to the police and in the state.

SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the state’s Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the development to the Daily Post on Friday, saying the matter would be forwarded to the State Criminal Investigation Department today.

Kambilichukwu, 16, died on Thursday morning after developing a seizure and was rushed to the Mother and Child Hospital in Lagos.

Kambilichukwu died two months after Edochie celebrated his 16th birthday with his wife, Mary Edochie.

Yul had on January 4 celebrated his (son) birthday via his verified Instagram handle, saying, “A very happy 16th birthday to my first son, Kambilinachukwu Leo Yul-Edochie. May God lead and protect you always. With many more happy years. Daddy loves you.”

He reportedly developed a seizure while playing football which led to his death.