A suspected kidnapper has been set ablaze in Niger State. The suspect was accused of abducting two children in Lapai Local Government Area of Niger State.
The suspect, whose identity had yet to be known, was carrying the children away to an unknown destination when he was accosted by some residents who asked him where he was taking the two children to.
The residents descended on him and beat him to a coma as he could not give any credible answer.
The mob later poured petrol on the lifeless body before setting him ablaze.
A video of the mob action showed people pouring fuel on the lifeless body and setting it on fire. The video also showed some children participating in the jungle justice.
Abiodun Wasiu, the spokesperson of the State police command, when contacted, confirmed the incident.
He said, “when the police arrived at the scene, the mob had dispersed but they were able to evacuate the burnt body to the hospital; the police will arrest the culprits.”
