30-year-old killed by cultists in Delta community

Fear and tension has gripped the residents of Iyara area in the Warri South Local Government of Dela State following reports of the killing of 30-year-old, Sholaye Mesarawon.

The deceased was suspected to be killed by cultists.

The state police command said only Mesarawon was killed, and this is contrary to rumours that three persons died during the cult clash.

Sources said the incident, which caused pandemonium in the area, occurred around the Essi College gate on Wednesday, August 12, 2020.

It was not, however, clear whether the deceased was a member of any of the rival cults, which clashed in the area.

During the clash, weapons, including guns, were freely used by the cultists and in the process, the deceased was shot dead.

The Commissioner of Police in the state, Mr Hafiz Inuwa, confirmed the killing of one person in a text message sent to The Punch correspondent.

“Yes, only one Sholaye Timothy Mesarawon, 30, was reportedly attacked and killed by suspected cultists,” the CP wrote.