A tragic event has unfolded in Eguare Ubiaja, a community in the Esan South-East Local Government Area of Edo State. On Friday, August 16, 2024, a group of angry youths set fire to the house of a respected community elder, Obaseki Obiyan. This act was in retaliation after Obiyan’s son reportedly st@bbed a young man, known only as TJ, to death.

The details surrounding the incident are still unclear. However, it is known that the young man, TJ, lost his life following the alleged altercation with Obiyan’s son. The news of the incident quickly spread throughout the community, leading to outrage among the youths.

In response, the angry youths gathered and set fire to the elder’s house, expressing their frustration and anger over the tragic loss of TJ. The incident has left the community in shock, with many seeking answers and justice for the victim.

Authorities are expected to investigate the matter thoroughly to determine the full circumstances of the event. In the meantime, the community remains tense as they await further information.

This incident highlights the fragility of peace in communities where such tragic events can quickly spiral into violence.