A tragic confrontation between scavengers (known as “baban bola”) and residents of Byazhin community in Kubwa, Bwari Area Council of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has resulted in the heartbreaking loss of three lives – two women and a young boy.
The conflict began when a scavenger attempted to steal a woman’s pot of soup, leading to a violent attack by the scavenger and his accomplices.
Despite police intervention, no arrests were made, and tension remains high in the area.
Ms. Adams recounted the chaos that ensued, with the community thrown into turmoil as the violence escalated. Despite police intervention to restore order, no arrests were made, and tension remains high in the area.
Another resident, speaking anonymously, confirmed the deaths but expressed uncertainty about the cause of the clash. The incident has led to the closure of schools and shops in the area, as parents rush to retrieve their children and businesses remain shuttered.
Efforts to contact the FCT Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Josephine Adeh, were unsuccessful at the time of filing this report, as her phone remained unreachable.
The tragic incident underscores the urgent need for measures to address violence and insecurity in the community, as residents mourn the loss of innocent lives.
