By Akinsuroju Olubunmi
Tragedy Strikes: 10-Year-Old boy fatally strangles friend during football match in Lagos
In a devastating turn of events, a 10-year-old boy, identified simply as Israel, has been implicated in the tragic death of his friend, Ezekiel, during a routine football match in Lagos State. The harrowing incident unfolded on Friday in the Powerline area of Ejigbo, where the two young boys were engaged in a friendly game within their community
According to sources close to the investigation, the match took a deadly turn when a heated argument erupted between Israel and Ezekiel amidst the game. In a distressing escalation, Israel allegedly seized Ezekiel by the neck, applying pressure until the young victim lost consciousness and ceased to breath which is called being strangled to death.
Following the altercation, concerned individuals swiftly intervened, rushing Ezekiel to a nearby hospital in a bid to save his life. Tragically, their efforts proved futile as medical personnel at the General Hospital in Isolo pronounced Ezekiel dead upon arriva
Law enforcement authorities swiftly responded to the distressing incident, launching an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ezekiel’s untimely demise. The body of the deceased has been transferred to the mortuary pending a comprehensive post-mortem examination to ascertain the exact cause of death
Confirming the heartbreaking occurrence, Benjamin Hundeyin, the spokesperson for the Lagos State Police, revealed that Israel, the alleged perpetrator, is currently in police custody as investigations continue into the matte
This chilling incident serves as a stark reminder of the fragility of life and the need for vigilance in safeguarding the well-being of our youths
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