A yet-to-be identified man suspected to be thief has been reportedly set ablazed by mob for allegedly attempting to steal a motorcycle in Makurdi, the capital of Benue state.

The incident happened at about 12:45 pm, on Friday, December 4, around Auto 360, Gboko Road.

It was further learnt that the suspect allegedly shot a commerical motorcyclist in an attempt to snatch his motorcycle but the bullet did not penetrate his body.

Other motorcyclists in the area pursued and caught the suspect along Gboko road and eventually set him ablaze.