A tragic incident has rocked Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, where a 26-year-old man, identified as Daniel, allegedly beheaded his 15-year-old brother, Emmanuel, reportedly for ritual purposes.
Both brothers were sons of a senior police officer serving in the area. Upon discovering the shocking crime, furious youths in the community reportedly lynched Daniel in retaliation.
The disturbing event, which occurred on Monday evening, has left the agrarian community in deep shock and mourning.
According to a local eyewitness, Roland Akinkunmi, Daniel had lured his younger brother to a secluded spot along the banks of the Origbara River before committing the crime.
“An indigene of the town who was trying to cross the river saw Daniel trying to conceal a human head in a black bag,” Akinkunmi stated.
“I was at the palace when I heard people shouting from the direction of the Origbara River. When I arrived, I saw Daniel holding a severed head. At first, I didn’t realize it was his brother’s — I was in shock.”
Akinkunmi further mentioned that the siblings had reportedly quarreled earlier in the day, but the motive appeared to be deeper than just a domestic dispute.
“Some neighbors mentioned that the brothers had a disagreement, but no one expected this. In this town, anyone who sheds blood for rituals or any reason is usually exposed. We are devastated.”
Community members noted that the family, though not originally from the area, had lived there peacefully for years. However, the brutal nature of the crime has triggered fear and anxiety among residents.
When contacted, Ondo State Police Command spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, confirmed the tragic incident.
Ayanlade said that “the Commissioner of Police, Adebowale Lawal, had ordered an immediate investigation.
“The case has been directed to be transferred to the SCID for further and discreet investigation.”
He added that the state police command is assuring the people of Ondo State that every effort would be made to ensure justice is served.
“The Ondo State Police Command is assuring the good people of Ondo State that no stone would be left unturned in these cases,” he added.
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