Man dies after setting himself, spouse on hearth in Ondo

A person, but to be named, has died after setting himself and his spouse on hearth in Ijuka space of ​​Akure, Ondo State.

It emerged that the couple, who had been married for ten years and had two kids, separated after an undisclosed marital downside.

The incident was disclosed by the state police command on its deal with X on Friday.

The police reported that the deceased killed himself and his spouse after he begged her for reconciliation, however she refused to finish the disaster.

A police supply, who requested anonymity as a result of he was not licensed to speak about this matter, stated: “The person had been separated from his spouse for a while however was pleading along with her to finish their dispute and proceed their life as husband and spouse.” spouse. Nevertheless, the spouse refused.

“So, one fateful day, the deceased invited his estranged spouse to his home to select one thing up. When she arrived, he started begging her once more. However the spouse insisted that they not reconcile, which led him to lock the door from behind, pour gasoline on him and the girl, and light-weight a fireplace.” “He died immediately.”

When contacted, the state Police Public Relations Officer, Funmilayo Odunlami, confirmed the incident, including that whereas the husband died, the spouse was nonetheless in hospital receiving therapy.

“They had been married, and alongside the way in which, they’d issues that prompted them to remain aside,” Odunlami acknowledged. The deceased requested his spouse to return and get a wardrobe. When she arrived, he began threatening to kill himself however later closed the door so they might each die collectively.

“Utilizing gas and a lighter, he set himself and the girl on hearth. He died immediately, whereas the girl suffered extreme burns.”