Thursday, January 2, 2025 - A man identified as Oyeme Eguari has been k!lled in a suspected cult-related attack in Abbi, Ndokwa West Local Government Area of Delta State.
The incident occurred on December 31, 2024, during a crossover night
celebration.
Eyewitnesses told Punch that the victim
believed to be in his 20s, was shot d3ad by suspected members of a cult group
at a beer parlour on Ejakita Street, Abbi.
“He was at
the beer parlour having fun with friends when members of the Confraternity
stormed the venue and shot him,” a source said.
“This
particular group has been responsible for several violent crimes in the
community, including armed robbery, m8rder, drug trafficking, and grievous
harm.”
The source further called on the Delta State Government and human rights
activists to intervene and curb the rising spate of killings in the area.
"We are appealing for the intervention of the state government and
human rights groups to help bring this issue to the attention of the Delta
State Commissioner of Police,” the source added.
The spokesperson of the State Police Command, SP Bright Edafe, confirmed
the incident.
“Yes, it’s confirmed. Four suspects have been arrested and handed over
to the State Anti-Cult Unit (SACU)," Edafe said.
0 Comments