The Benue State Police Command has said it has arrested two people over the murder of an elderly woman accused of witchcraft in Egba village, Agatu Local Government Area of the state.

This was contained in statement by Police Public Relations Officer spokesperson, SP Catherine Anene.

Anene confirmed the arrest of one Bako, 50, and Oyaje Clement, 40, for their alleged roles in the killing, which occurred on Christmas Eve.

She described the incident as a disturbing method of mob justice prevalent in the state which is targeted at elderly people accused of witchcraft.

“Another worrisome situation in the state is the case of people taking the law into their own hands, particularly young people killing the elderly for alleged case of witchcraft.

“On December 24, 2024, around 7:00 p.m., we received information about the killing of an aged woman over allegations of witchcraft in Egba village, Agatu LGA.

“Following investigations, two suspects were arrested in connection to the case.”

She emphasized the readiness of the police to put a stop to this primitive behavior and bring perpetrators to justice.

Anene urged the public to refrain from jungle justice and report perpetrators of such odious acts to security agencies.

Woman lynched by mob over alleged witchcraft in Benue