Residents Tie Elderly Man With Rope Like A Goat, Whip Him With Slippers After Being Caught Stealing Titus Sardine

A heartbreaking video circulating on social media has sparked reactions after an elderly man got tied up with a rope like a goat after he was caught stealing tins of Titus sardines.

In the footage, the elderly man is seen lying on the floor with his hands reportedly tied behind his back while some individuals confront him over the alleged theft.

The man appears distressed and is heard pleading for mercy as those around him accuse him of stealing.

Reports accompanying the video claim that he was subjected to physical punishment by his apprehenders, including being whipped with slippers.

The incident has triggered heated discussions online, with many expressing concern over the treatment of the elderly man.

Some social media users condemned the alleged theft, while others criticised the decision to subject the man to public humiliation and physical punishment, calling for suspects to be handed over to the appropriate authorities instead.

The circumstances surrounding the incident, including the location and whether the man was formally reported to the police, remain unclear.

Watch the sad video HERE.