Mob burns suspect to death over stolen goats at Esaso.
Mob burns suspect to death over stolen goats at Esaso.
A man has been burnt to death and another arrested after a mob attack over the alleged theft of goats and sheep at Esaso in the Atwima Nwabiagye North District of the Ashanti Region.
The two suspects were travelling in a commercial bus when they were accused of stealing six goats and six sheep from residents in the area. The theft reportedly sparked a chase as community members pursued the suspects through nearby towns.
When the bus reached the Marban community, the suspects were confronted by the angry crowd. One of the men was caught and lynched, and the bus they were travelling in was set on fire.
The second suspect managed to escape but was later arrested by police. He is currently assisting with investigations. The police have since recovered all the stolen animals.
