Members of the population cry out in despair in the face of armed gangs. Illustrative photo: AFP
Members of the 400 Mawozo gang carried out an armed attack on the commune of Ganthier on the morning of Sunday, July 21, 2024.
According to local sources, around 200 heavily armed individuals spread terror along their path, particularly in the area of La Tremblay, located in the commune of Croix-des-Bouquets.
Initial reports indicate that four civilians have died, including a woman, according to witnesses on the scene.
According to available information, the police officers resisting the assault were still waiting for the reinforcements requested from the PNH High Command, our informants said.
It should be noted that this attack comes one day before the exams for the 9th year of basic education, teacher training colleges and family education centres.