The trial of Martinez Zogo's alleged assassins continues in Cameroon, with the 36th witness, Lieutenant-Colonel Parfait Ayissi, testifying on October 28, 2026. During his testimony, Ayissi pointed to Martin Savom, a co-accused, as the principal responsible for Martinez Zogo's death. According to Ayissi, Savom received the victim in Yaoundé after he was tortured in Ebogo and then completed the act, dumping the body elsewhere.
Lieutenant-Colonel Ayissi provided detailed information about the victim's last phone calls, which he claimed were made to Martin Savom. The phones were seized by the gendarmerie and later handed over to investigators. Ayissi stated that the phone records showed that the last calls were directed to Savom's number, raising suspicions about Savom's involvement.
The witness also mentioned that the exploitation of the phone records did not require a requisition, making it unclear why investigators did not notice the calls to Savom. Ayissi expressed concerns that Savom was not thoroughly investigated until the judicial information stage. He also pointed out that the autopsy report revealed that Martinez Zogo was strangled and his body was deposited at the location where it was found.
Ayissi's testimony contradicted the claims of the military commandos, who allegedly did not move the body. The lieutenant-colonel questioned how the accused could be charged with assassination if they did not move the body. His statements have added a new layer of complexity to the case, which continues to unfold.
Martin Savom's defense team has not publicly reacted to Ayissi's testimony. The case has garnered significant attention in Cameroon, with many following the developments closely. Martinez Zogo, a prominent figure, was kidnapped and later found dead, sparking widespread outrage.
The investigation has revealed a complex web of events and individuals involved in the case. As the trial progresses, more witnesses are expected to testify, providing further insight into the circumstances surrounding Martinez Zogo's death. The court will ultimately determine the culpability of the accused based on the evidence presented.
Key evidence in the case includes phone records and the autopsy report. The prosecution and defense will likely continue to present their cases, and the court will consider all testimony and evidence before reaching a verdict.
Key points
- Martin Savom was identified as the person who received Martinez Zogo after his torture and ultimately led to his death.
- Lieutenant-Colonel Parfait Ayissi testified that the last phone calls made by Martinez Zogo were directed to Martin Savom's number.
- The autopsy report revealed that Martinez Zogo was strangled and his body was deposited at the location where it was found.
