Delta Youths’ Deaths Spark Police Investigation into Killers
On February 13, 2025, in Mosogar Community, Ethiope-West Local Government Area of Delta State, an angry mob set two young men ablaze after accusing them of being kidnappers. The incident occurred when the suspects allegedly attempted to abduct a female victim, who raised an alarm. Passersby intervened, apprehended two of the suspects, and subjected them to mob justice, resulting in their deaths. Two other suspects managed to escape the scene.
The Delta State Police Command has condemned the mob action and launched a manhunt for those responsible for the killings. The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Bright Edafe, confirmed the incident and emphasized that while citizens are encouraged to assist in crime prevention, they must refrain from taking the law into their own hands. He urged the public to hand over suspects to law enforcement agencies for proper investigation and prosecution.
