Bike theft: Mob burns A’Ibom man to death
A man was burnt to death by a mob in Akwa Ibom over alleged motorcycle theft. The police have condemned the act of jungle justice and begun investigations. Read More: https://punchng.com/bike-theft-mob-burns-aibom-man-to-death/
An unidentified man was brutally murdered by a mob in Akwa Ibom state after allegedly attempting to steal a motorcycle. The incident occurred in Ikpe Ikot Akpan Village along the Ikot Ekpene–Uyo Road, around 7:05 am. The police have launched an investigation and are working to identify and arrest the individuals responsible. Police spokesperson, DSP Timfon John, condemned the act and warned against jungle justice, stating that no one has the right to determine a suspect's guilt or impose punishment outside of the law.
The Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, also strongly condemned the incident, emphasizing that individuals accused of committing offenses must be handed over to the appropriate authorities for investigation and prosecution.
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