Suspected Witch Allegedly Trapped by High Tension Lines in Calabar.
A startling incident occurred this morning along New Airport Road near Poultry Farm, where a man was discovered dead after reportedly being electrocuted by high-tension power lines.
The unusual circumstances surrounding the death have led to a divided community, with some residents voicing beliefs in supernatural explanations while authorities are leaning towards the possibility of criminal activity.
Eyewitnesses described a harrowing scene, with the victim’s body found hanging from the power lines, prompting a flurry of speculation.
Some community members alleged that the deceased was a suspected witch who had been returning from a nocturnal meeting in Benin and was “trapped” in mid-air, leading to the tragic incident.
Conversely, others dismissed these supernatural claims, suggesting that the victim may have been a vandal attempting to steal or interfere with the high-voltage infrastructure.
Officials from the Port Harcourt Electricity Distribution Company (PHED) emphasized the dangers associated with tampering with power lines, noting that electrocutions often occur in such situations.
In response to the incident, local police have initiated an investigation and urged the public to refrain from speculation until forensic examinations are completed.
The authorities are working to ascertain whether this death was the result of a tragic accident, a criminal act, or something more mysterious.
The event has ignited fervent discussions across social media platforms, with users sharing eerie tales and humorous remarks about the situation.
As tensions rise within the community, officials continue to explore all possibilities surrounding this tragic occurrence.
