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Separatist Ambush in Ndu: Three Killed, One Injured – A tragic incident occurred in Ndu, Donga Mantung Division, where an ambush by separatists resulted in the deaths of three individuals and left one person injured. The attack took place in the Mbaw plain, targeting a vehicle carrying both civilians and a gendarme officer. The ambush…

In a tragic incident in Nkwen, Bamenda, gendarmes mistakenly opened fire after confusing the sound of a modified motorcycle for gunfire. This occurred at Mile 4 Junction around 8 PM on October 27, 2024. The gunfire resulted in the immediate death of a civilian and left another person injured. The confusion arose when a motorcycle with a customized sound repeatedly passed through the area, making loud noises that resembled gunfire. A local food vendor at the scene recounted that the bike rider had modified the sound of his motorcycle to mimic gunshots, which led to the gendarmes’ reaction. This incident has raised concerns about the safety of civilians amid heightened security measures in Bamenda. It also highlights the challenges faced by security forces in distinguishing between real threats and false alarms, especially in regions affected by conflict. The local community has…