The Delta State Police Command has launched a manhunt for members of a mob who allegedly lynched a woman accused of attempting to steal a child. According to reports, the incident occurred in one of the communities in the state where the woman was said to have been caught and beaten to death before law enforcement could intervene.

The police condemned the act, stressing that mob justice is unlawful and undermines the judicial process. They urged residents to always hand over suspects to the police for proper investigation instead of taking the law into their own hands. The command also warned that those involved in the killing would face prosecution once identified and arrested.

This tragic case has sparked fresh conversations about the dangers of jungle justice in Nigeria. Human rights advocates have again called on communities to embrace lawful means of resolving criminal suspicions, reminding the public that even accused persons have the right to a fair trial under the constitution.