Residents of Eziagu community in Enugu State have reportedly uncovered what they claim to be a mass grave containing multiple human remains at the residence of a local businessman, according to unverified social media reports circulating online.

The disturbing discovery was allegedly made when villagers investigated what appeared to be a soakaway pit on the property, only to find decomposing bodies, reportedly including those of pregnant women and others who, according to community claims, may have been buried alive.

Community Response

Following the alleged discovery, reports indicate that enraged community members took matters into their own hands. The businessman's residence was reportedly set ablaze, while he was allegedly stripped, beaten, and paraded through the village.

According to the circulating reports, the accused was previously known in the area as a wealthy individual who frequently displayed his affluence at social gatherings, often distributing cash and being celebrated as a successful businessman.

Verification Pending

BenriNews has not independently verified these claims, and as of publication time, there has been no official statement from law enforcement authorities regarding the incident. The allegations of ritual killings remain unconfirmed.

The incident has reportedly sparked conversations within and beyond the community about the sources of sudden wealth and the importance of questioning unexplained affluence.

This story is developing, and BenriNews will provide updates as official information becomes available. Readers are advised to treat unverified social media reports with caution.