An armed attack targeted several shops in Kolenda, a locality in the Siguiri prefecture of Guinea, on the night of Saturday, November 7. The attackers, three individuals riding two motorcycles, opened fire and robbed at least three shops. During the attack, a 25-year-old taxi-moto driver, Mamoudou Condé, was shot and injured while passing through the area.
The victim, Mamoudou Condé, was immediately provided with emergency care by local health structures before being evacuated to the Siguiri hospital for further treatment. Dr. Bachir Condé, a forensic doctor at Siguiri hospital, reported that Condé sustained ballistic wounds to the dorsal and thoracic regions. After receiving urgent care, his condition was stabilized, and he was out of danger.
The attack was reported to the authorities by local citizens, including David Doumbouya, president of the district, and Sangaré, treasurer of the district bureau. The information was relayed to the public prosecutor near the Siguiri tribunal of first instance, who instructed the competent services, including the Siguiri research brigade and the central commissariat, to conduct investigations to shed light on the attack and identify the perpetrators.
The exact circumstances of the attack and the identity of the assailants remain unknown. The local authorities are working to gather more information and apprehend those responsible for the attack. The incident has raised concerns about security in the region, and the authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities.
According to Dr. Bachir Condé, the medical team provided urgent care to the victim, and his condition is currently stable. The hospital is working closely with the authorities to ensure that the victim receives the necessary care and support. The incident has also highlighted the need for improved security measures in the area to prevent such attacks in the future.
The Siguiri prefecture has experienced several incidents of insecurity in recent times, and the authorities have been working to strengthen security measures in the area. The government has also been working to improve the overall security situation in the country, including the implementation of new security strategies and the deployment of additional security personnel to high-risk areas.
The investigation into the attack is ongoing, and the authorities have appealed for the public's cooperation in providing any information that may help identify the perpetrators. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community involvement in maintaining security and preventing such attacks.
Key points
- A 25-year-old taxi-moto driver was injured during the armed attack in Kolenda, Guinea.
- The authorities have launched an investigation into the attack and are working to identify the perpetrators.
- The incident has raised concerns about security in the region, and the authorities have urged citizens to remain vigilant.
