Mother allegedly beats son to death over N200 in Delta

A tragic incident has been reported in Warri, Delta State, where a mother allegedly beat her 15-year-old son to death for stealing N200.

The event occurred on Thursday at Obire Street, off Cemetery Road.

Eyewitnesses who spoke to News360 Nigeria on condition of anonymity revealed disturbing details of the assault.

According to them, the boy’s hands and legs were tied by his brother, and his body was burned with a hot knife during the punishment.

This shocking act has left the community in disbelief, with many calling for justice for the deceased.

Authorities have yet to release an official statement, but residents are urging a thorough investigation to ensure accountability.

”When she realized that her son was dying, she ran out and cried for assistance.

“Unfortunately, before they arrived at the hospital, her son died,” a source added.

The source also disclosed that the woman has previously evicted from a nearby compound where she lived due to her hostile relationship with neighbours.

The source further disclosed that her late son before his death hawked smoke fish for the mother after which he will go for apprenticeship on repair of handsets.

SP Bright Edafe, Delta Command Police Public Relations Officer, (PPRO), when contacted for confirmation, stated that no such incident has been reported to the police.