A suspected motorcycle thief was reportedly burned to death by an angry mob in a community in Ogun State following allegations of theft and suspected criminal activity.

Details emerging from local authorities indicate that the incident began when residents accused the suspect of stealing a motorcycle and attempted to detain him. Tensions escalated, and a crowd gathered, leading to the suspect being attacked and burned.

Police officers later arrived at the scene to restore order and secure the area. A statement from the Ogun State Police Command confirmed that investigations into the incident have begun, and that efforts are underway to identify individuals involved in the mob action.

The Command urged residents to allow law enforcement to handle criminal matters and cautioned against taking the law into their own hands.

Community leaders condemned the incident and called for calm, urging citizens to report suspected criminal activity to the appropriate authorities.

The body of the deceased was taken to a hospital morgue as investigations continue.