Business houses, schools, and the main market in Madang town were closed today after a woman vendor was beheaded this morning at the town market.
The convenient store at the main service station took on some damage as opportunists hurled stones following this morning’s incident.
Local Police are now monitoring the area and have begun investigations into the incident.
According to information gathered by InsidePNG, the woman was beheaded following an earlier incident that had nothing to do with her.
The innocent vendor was going about her normal business when she fell victim to such a heinous crime.
Provincial Police Commander, Acting Superintendent, Rubiang Manzuc, says police have apprehended six suspects involved in the incident who are now in custody.
He says the situation remains tense but is under control as police maintain its presence in the area.
The provincial police commander is calling on the general public to remain calm and let police do their job.
He says police presence in the Madang town vicinity will be maintained.
He added that the incident will not affect the nomination and police presence will continue until the end of the nomination period.
InsidePNG will bring more updates as more information becomes available.
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