Teen fatally axes dad to death

A Form Four student has been apprehended for allegedly killing his father in a brutal axe attack following a heated dispute.

The tragic incident occurred on 13 February 2025, when a 47-year-old man lost his life at the hands of his own son after an argument spiraled out of control.

According to a statement released by the police on X, the confrontation began after the father questioned his son about his whereabouts, as the teenager had been away from home for two days without informing him. The situation escalated, leading the suspect to allegedly strike his father with an axe, resulting in his death.

Authorities have since taken the student into custody as investigations into the incident continue. The shocking crime has left the community in disbelief, with calls for greater parental guidance and conflict resolution mechanisms within families.