Tragedy in Edo as popular vulcaniser gunned down in broad daylight

The Edo State Police Command has confirmed the shocking murder of a popular vulcaniser known simply as Boyo, who was fatally shot by unidentified gunmen in broad daylight along Warrake Road in Auchi, Etsako West Local Government Area.

The brazen attack occurred on Friday and has left the local community reeling with grief and fear. According to eyewitness accounts, the assailants arrived on a motorcycle and stopped at Boyo’s roadside workshop.

Without warning, one of the gunmen approached the unsuspecting vulcaniserwho was reportedly resting at the time and fired two shots at close range before fleeing the scene.

Boyo was pronounced dead on the spot.

A trader nearby recounted, “It all happened so fast. The gunman didn’t say anything. He just walked up to Boyo, shot him, and escaped. The area was thrown into chaos.”

Community leaders have condemned the killing, describing Boyo as a diligent and peaceful member of the neighborhood.

“This is a terrifying development. Warrake Road is usually quiet. To witness such brutal violence in broad daylight is unacceptable. We call on security agencies to ensure swift justice,” a community representative said.

In a statement issued on Saturday, the Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, Moses Yamu, confirmed that the two attackers fled the scene immediately after the shooting.

“We received the report yesterday. The victim was confirmed dead at the hospital, and a manhunt for the fleeing suspects is ongoing. The Commissioner of Police, Monday Agbonika, has assured the public that no one involved in this heinous act will be spared,” Yamu said.