Four Arrested for Mob Killing of 21-Year-Old in Akwa Ibom

The Akwa Ibom State Police have arrested four people for the mob killing of a 21-year-old man named Emmanuel Effiong.

The state’s Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Timfon John, shared this news in a statement in Uyo on Friday.

She stated that the suspects killed the victim and buried his body in a shallow grave.

According to the investigation, the deceased was accused of stealing chickens and eggs on April 19 from a poultry farm in Mbak 4 Community, Uyo Local Government Area.

The police spokesperson explained that the victim was beaten with sticks and machetes until he died.

The police began their investigation after receiving credible information and a viral video showing the victim being attacked by a group.

“In the disturbing footage, the victim was seen lying helpless in a pool of blood with his hands and legs tied, before being dragged on the ground beside a white Mitsubishi pick-up van,” she said.

John noted that the police acted quickly based on the information, which led to the arrest of the four main suspects.

She also mentioned that investigators recovered important evidence related to the crime, including the Mitsubishi pick-up van that was used during the incident.

The state Commissioner of Police, Baba Azare, condemned this brutal act. He emphasized that anyone accused of a crime should be taken to the police or other lawful authorities for proper handling.

He assured that the command is dedicated to protecting human life and maintaining the rule of law.