A bizarre and tragic incident has shaken the Djimè neighborhood after a man suspected of theft was discovered dead at the bottom of a well, still holding a duck he allegedly attempted to steal. The event occurred during the night from Sunday to Monday and has left local residents both horrified and puzzled.
According to reports, the episode began around 3 a.m., when unusual noises among local poultry roused the community.
Residents immediately suspected an intrusion.
By morning, they had noticed the disappearance of a duck and the presence of abandoned shoes near the scene, clues that heightened their suspicions and prompted action.
Local authorities and initial investigation
Antonin Tassienon, the neighborhood chief, quickly alerted law enforcement and took the initiative to investigate. Early inquiries focused on the owner of the shoes found near the area. Police were called in to continue the search, but the breakthrough came from a more unexpected source.
A foul odor emanating from a nearby well drew residents’ attention, and upon inspection, they discovered the lifeless body of the suspect. Remarkably, the man was still clutching the missing duck.
Firefighters and police were immediately summoned to recover the body and secure the scene.
The circumstances surrounding the fall remain unclear. Local authorities are investigating whether it was accidental or linked to other factors, but the incident has already provoked strong reactions in the community.
Residents describe the scene as shocking and deeply unsettling, with many expressing outrage at the unusual and grim outcome.
The case highlights both concerns over rural security and the sometimes dangerous encounters that can arise from suspected theft. As investigations continue, Djimè residents are calling for heightened vigilance and stronger measures to protect property while authorities examine the events that led to this extraordinary and tragic death.
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