Hoodlums have reportedly killed a Europe-based man simply identified as Derrick, in Benin City, Edo State Capital.

It was gathered that the incident happened at the weekend in Igun Street, renowned for vehicles repair.

The deceased was killed after he allegedly resisted the attempt to steal his lumbar gold necklace reportedly valued at N50 million.

The deceased who recently returned to Benin from abroad, was said to have visited the area to buy spare-parts for his vehicle when the hoodlums emerged, accosted and tried to dispossess him of his belongings

A witness said the victim, who was not aware of their intention, demanded to know why he should hand over the necklace.

He said after the challenge, one of them reached out for a Pump Action and shot the unsuspecting victim twice on his leg.

“The gang thereafter removed the jewelry and fled the scene.”

According to him, sympathizers later rushed the deceased to the hospital but he was pronounced dead on arrival.

Spokesperson for Edo State Police Command, CSP Moses Yamu, confirmed the killing.

Yamu said investigation is ongoing, vowing that the perpetrators would be brought to book. (Daily Trust, excluding headline)