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The Bagbe Community in Ondo West Local Government Area of Ondo State was thrown into a mourning mood on Sunday when the body of a 17-year-old boy was found hanging on a tree.

The deceased identified as Elijah Akinrinlola was said to be living with his father, Tope Akinrinlola, along the College Road area of the community before the incident.

It was gathered that the deceased was initially declared missing but his body was later found hanging on a tree in the community.

A source in the community who did not want his name in print said, “The first day he did not come home to sleep, his family members did not take it seriously. They were not worried. Then, they began to search for him when they did not see or hear from him the following day.

“He was later found hanging on a tree with a rope around his neck after missing for like five days. The place he was found is close to their street.”

The state Police Public Relations Officer, Funmilayo Odunlami, confirmed the incident and said the investigation had commenced.