Edo Court Sentences Four to Death for Market Kidnapping
The Edo State Special Criminal Court sentenced four individuals to death for their roles in the kidnapping of a woman at the Vegetable Market off Airport Road in Benin City. Justice Aigbona Momodu delivered the verdict on 11 counts, including kidnapping, conspiracy, armed robbery, cultism, and unlawful possession of firearms.
The convicted individuals are Marvellous Isaac (32), Wisdom Michael (36), Rufus Michael (30), and Gift Raphael (27). The court ordered the confiscation of a pump-action rifle and cartridges found with the convicts.
The kidnapping incident occurred while the victim was at the market with her family. Witnesses, including a woman who recorded her experience, confirmed the event.
The prosecution, led by Attorney-General Roland Otaru, presented seven witnesses, while the defendants did not call any. Justice Momodu found all defendants guilty, with Marvellous Isaac also convicted of being a member of the Eiye Confraternity and sentenced to death.
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