A boy and his four friends lost their lives in Auchi, Edo State, Nigeria, after consuming pepper soup allegedly laced with poison by his ex-girlfriend.
This tragic incident has left the local community shaken and raised serious concerns about trust and safety in relationships.
The Incident
The tragedy began when the young man, whose name remains undisclosed, along with his four friends, was invited by his ex-girlfriend, Peculiar, to share a meal she had prepared.
The meal, pepper soup, was expected to be a time for reconciliation or friendly gathering. However, unknown to the group, Peculiar had allegedly spiked the meal with poison, leading to the friends’ untimely deaths.
Suspected Motive Behind the Poisoning
Reports suggest that the motivation behind this deadly act was revenge. The relationship between the young man and Peculiar had reportedly ended on bitter terms, with accusations of infidelity and betrayal fueling animosity.
Unable to move past the hurt, Peculiar allegedly devised this tragic plan as a form of retribution.
Investigations and Legal Proceedings
Authorities have launched an investigation into the incident, with Peculiar as the primary suspect. She is currently in custody, and officials are working to verify the exact circumstances leading to the incident.
