The tragic incident according to eyewitness was sequel to a violent confrontation by the suspect.
Community source hinted that the young man had allegedly taken hard drugs popularly known as “Colorado” before the incident occurred.
The situation reportedly escalated into a physical attack, and setting the house on fire which led to the untimely death of the elderly man.
The shocking development has thrown residents into mourning amid rising abuse of hard drugs among youths in local communities.
Contacted, SP Bright Edafe, Delta State Police Public Relations Officer said he will get back, but as at press time he was yet to respond.
