Funeral of Two-Year-Old Ivan Omhonrina, kill by NDLEA Stray Bullet in Delta State. Today, on December 13, the funeral service for two-year-old Ivan Onose Omhonrina unfolded, marking the poignant culmination of a tragic incident that occurred on July 13, 2023. The little boy met an untimely demise when operatives from the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) executed a raid on a notorious drug joint in Okpanam, Delta state. This unfortunate event transpired during the operation, where a stray bullet discharged by the NDLEA struck Ivan and his brother, Eromonsele, who were present in their mother’s shop at the time.
Regrettably, Ivan lost his life on the spot, leaving a void in the hearts of those who knew him. Meanwhile, Eromonsele, though spared from the ultimate tragedy, suffered an injury to his eye as a result of the same stray bullet. The funeral proceedings served as a somber occasion, providing an opportunity for the grieving family and community to bid farewell to young Ivan.
The images captured during the funeral document the emotional and heart-wrenching moments as the community came together to pay their respects and offer solace to the grieving family. In the wake of this tragic incident, the scars left behind by the indiscriminate bullet continue to reverberate through the lives of those affected, serving as a stark reminder of the profound impact such events can have on the fabric of a community.