A tragic incident has occurred in the Ogute-Oke community of Estako East Local Government Area in Edo State, where a man was reportedly beheaded and seven houses were set ablaze following a dispute over a young woman. The incident took place shortly after the community had celebrated its Olimi festival, leading to a mass exodus of residents who feared being arrested.
Details of the Incident
According to sources who spoke on condition of anonymity, the trouble began during a party held to commemorate the burial of a prominent chief in the locality. The sources revealed that a young man became upset when another individual danced with the girl he had brought to the event. In a fit of rage, the first man allegedly used a cutlass to inflict a severe neck injury on the other, resulting in his immediate death.
Aftermath and Community Response
The violent act escalated quickly, leading to the destruction of seven houses by fire. Many community members fled their homes to avoid being caught up in the ensuing chaos or potential arrest by law enforcement. The Edo State Police Command's Public Relations Officer, Eno Ikoedem, did not respond to calls for comment at the time of filing this report.
The community remains in shock as authorities are yet to make any official statement regarding the incident. Investigations are expected to follow to bring the perpetrators to justice.
