Edo man detained after son’s death and secret burial in family compound
A 49-year-old man was arrested by the Edo State Police Command for allegedly killing his 15-year-old son and secretly burying him in their family compound at Uhe Community. The incident reportedly took place on December 5, 2025, and was uncovered after the suspect’s mother provided information to the police. The authorities have since exhumed the body and recovered the stick allegedly used in the assault. The case has been transferred for further investigation as police intensify efforts to curb violence in the state.
What happened
- The suspect allegedly beat his 15-year-old son with a stick on December 5, 2025, resulting in the boy’s death.
- He reportedly buried the body within the family compound in Uhe Community, Igueben LGA, Edo State.
- The boy’s grandmother, who is also the suspect’s mother, provided key information that led to the discovery.
- Police exhumed the body on December 6, 2025, and recovered the stick used in the assault.
- Edo Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, ordered a thorough investigation and warned residents against violence.
