A mob Monday set two men ablaze in Ede-Oballa, Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State.
The suspected ritualists were lynched for allegedly raping and dismembering a 10-year-old girl.
The body of the deceased was found in a nearby bush with her breast and vagina removed.
“The natives had expressed worry that ritualists are now in the community.
“Only ritualists will rape a girl to death and remove her vital organs for their evil acts”, a source told NAN.
Though the suspects were arrested by the Neighbourhood Watch, residents did not allow the operatives to transfer them to the police.
A mob rushed to their office, overpowered them and took the duo away.
President-General and Councillor representing the community, Messrs Val Omeje and Hyginus Ogbu confirmed the incident
They also confirmed that the suspects hailed from the community.
