Police in Chiradzulu have arrested 43-year-old John Tebulo, accusing him of killing a three-year-old child after the child trespassed on his land.

Chiradzulu Police Spokesperson, Cosmas Kagulo, reported that the child’s parents had taken him to the field nearby, leaving him to rest while they worked. Upon waking up, the child began searching for his parents and accidentally crossed into Tebulo’s land.

Tebulo, displeased by the trespass, allegedly took a stick and started beating the child. The child was rushed to the hospital, but tragically, he was pronounced dead upon arrival.

The community became enraged and attacked Tebulo, who was later rescued by the police. He sustained injuries in the attack and is currently receiving medical attention.

The incident occurred in Likhomo village, under Traditional Authority Sandrack in Chiradzulu district.