Two brothers, Chinedu and Omama, were on Tuesday, November 1, 2023, burnt to death by an angry mob in Anambra State for their alleged involvement in illegal revenue collection.
The incident occurred at Nkpor Junction in the Idemili North Local Government Area of the state.
The argument quickly escalated, and the brothers allegedly started beating the trader. This attracted the attention of other traders and residents, who rushed to the scene.
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On the day of the incident, the brothers reportedly approached a trader and demanded that he pay them a certain amount of money. The trader refused, and an argument ensued.
The angry mob overpowered the brothers and beat them to a pulp. They then set them ablaze, burning them to death.
The police have since confirmed the incident and said that an investigation is underway.
The Anambra State Commissioner of Police, CP Echeng Echeng, has condemned the incident and warned the public against taking the law into their own hands.
The CP said that anyone caught engaging in illegal activities would be dealt with according to the law.
Illegal Revenue Collection in Anambra State
Illegal revenue collection is a major problem in Anambra State. Syndicates of young men, often armed with weapons, terrorize residents and businesses, demanding that they pay them money.
These syndicates are not affiliated with the government in any way. They are simply criminals who are using violence and intimidation to extort money from people.
The Anambra State government has been trying to crack down on illegal revenue collection, but the problem persists.
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