Two individuals have been arrested by the Lagos State Police Command in connection with the gruesome killing of a woman who was set ablaze in the Egan area of Igando.
The incident, which shocked residents and drew widespread condemnation, is believed to have stemmed from a dispute involving the suspects and the victim, identified as Mama Dada, a local shop owner.
According to the police, the suspects poured petrol on the woman and set her on fire, leading to her death. She was rushed to a nearby hospital after the attack but did not survive the severe burns sustained during the incident.
The Lagos State Commissioner of Police confirmed the arrests and noted that investigations are ongoing to uncover the motive behind the killing and whether more individuals were involved. He assured the public that justice would be served, emphasizing the command’s commitment to ensuring that perpetrators of such heinous crimes are held accountable.
The suspects are currently in police custody and will be charged in court once investigations are concluded. The Commissioner urged residents to remain calm and to continue supporting law enforcement efforts by providing relevant information that could aid the investigation.
The tragic incident has reignited concerns over rising cases of mob justice and violent confrontations in local communities, prompting calls for stronger conflict resolution mechanisms and public awareness about the consequences of taking the law into one’s hands.
