Cult Violence Rocks Edo Community: 12 Feared Dead in Fresh Clashes

A wave of fear has gripped an Edo community following renewed cult clashes that have left at least 12 people feared dead. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the morning, has sparked widespread concern about the resurgence of cult activities in the State.

Eyewitnesses described the scene as chaotic, with sporadic gunfire and machete wielding cult members causing panic among residents. The victims, whose identities have not been disclosed, were reportedly caught in the crossfire between rival cult groups.

Details of the incident are still sketchy, but sources close to the matter revealed that the clashes were a result of a long-standing rivalry between the two cult groups. The development has prompted calls for increased security presence in the community to prevent further escalation.

Residents have expressed frustration over the recurring cult violence, which they say has become a recurring decimal in the state. They are urging the authorities to take concrete steps to address the root causes of the violence and ensure justice for the victims and their families.

The latest incident has once again brought to the fore the need for a more effective strategy to tackle cultism in the State. As the situation continues to unfold, one thing is certain – the community will be watching closely to see how the authorities respond to this latest outbreak of violence.