One relative of the young Ashanti Riley says the society was always evil, but this brutal situation has brought it to the fore.

Seventh Day Adventist Pastor Steve Riley said this evil comes disguised in many forms.

Pastor Riley, who is the cousin of deceased Ashanti, yesterday told Newscenter 5 the reality is still sinking in.

He said while the family is emotionally traumatised they have been receiving a lot of support.