A highly disturbing video has gone viral on social media in Benin and beyond, triggering widespread outrage. The footage shows a completely naked woman, bound and suspended over a deliberately lit fire, her legs spread wide with her genitals in direct contact with the flames as she screams in agony. The perpetrator can be heard speaking in a local dialect, but the exact motive remains unclear. Many online commentators have described it as a possible vigilante punishment linked to alleged theft, such as stealing a phone, though this has not been officially confirmed.
On April 23, 2026, Benin Républicaine Police issued an official statement confirming they have launched an investigation to verify the video’s authenticity, identify those involved, and bring the perpetrators to justice. The Central Office for the Protection of Minors and Family is actively gathering information and witness statements.
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