Ekohotblog reports that a deeply distressing incident occurred today in Epe, where a father has been reported to have whipped his son to death over a N100 disagreement.
The situation escalated into ayn even more horrific act when the father poured petrol on the boy’s face, leading to choking and suffocation.
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Witnesses at the scene reported that the argument began over the missing money and quickly turned violent. In a fit of rage, the father whipped his son severely.
As the altercation worsened, he further escalated the violence by dousing the boy’s face with petrol.
The corrosive substance caused the child to choke and suffocate, leading to his tragic death despite the efforts of bystanders to intervene.
Emergency services arrived shortly after the incident but could not save the boy, who was pronounced dead at the scene.
The father has been detained by the police and is currently under investigation as authorities work to understand the full extent of this harrowing case.
The local community is reeling from the shock and horror of the event, with many calling for justice and expressing outrage over the brutality.
The incident underscores the urgent need for effective support systems to address domestic violence and prevent such tragedies.
Further details will be provided as the investigation unfolds.
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