In a shocking turn of events, a 15-year-old boy has been charged with the murder of his stepmother in a tragic incident that occurred overnight in Epe community.
The young boy, whose identity is being withheld due to his age, allegedly poisoned his stepmother’s food with rat poison after she refused to give him dinner.
According to police reports, the teenager became enraged following a dispute over dinner. In an act of vengeance, he is said to have laced his stepmother’s meal with rat poison.
The woman consumed the tainted food and fell gravely ill shortly afterward. She was rushed to the hospital but was pronounced dead upon arrival.
Neighbours and community members are in shock over the incident. “It’s heartbreaking and unbelievable,” said a local resident. “We never expected something like this to happen here.”
The police have detained the teenager, and he is currently in custody awaiting further investigation. Authorities have expressed their condolences to the family and assured the public that a thorough investigation will be conducted to bring justice to the deceased.
This tragic event has raised concerns about family dynamics and the mental well-being of young individuals. Community leaders are urging parents and guardians to pay closer attention to the emotional and psychological needs of their children to prevent such incidents in the future.
