Mob Justice: Suspected Motorcycle Thief Burned Alive in Niger State

A suspected motorcycle thief was burned to death by a mob in Kontagora, Niger State, after he attempted to flee with the bike and injured several individuals with a knife. Witnesses described how he was overpowered and set ablaze. The police spokesperson could not be reached for comment.

In a tragic incident at Kawo Market, Kontagora Local Government Area, Niger State, a suspected motorcycle thief was killed by an enraged mob. Witnesses report that the suspect stole a motorcycle and attempted to flee, prompting its owners to pursue him. Fearing capture, he abandoned the motorcycle and brandished a knife, injuring several individuals in his escape attempt.

Ultimately, the mob apprehended the suspect, who was then set ablaze using tires. A witness recounted, “He had succeeded in taking the motorcycle, but people saw him immediately and started running after him. When he saw that he would be caught, he stopped, abandoned the bike, and brought out a knife to stab people. But the crowd eventually overpowered him, and he was set ablaze.”

Attempts to reach SP Wasiu Abiodun, spokesperson for the Niger State Police Command, for comments on the situation have been unsuccessful as of the report’s filing.

This incident raises significant concerns regarding mob justice and the dangers of vigilantism. The situation in Niger State highlights the intense emotions surrounding theft and public safety, as well as the urgent need for law enforcement to address crime effectively. It underscores the potential consequences of citizens taking the law into their own hands, often with tragic results.

Original Source: dailytrust.com