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Tragic Shooting Incident Claims Life in Bamenda
BAMENDA, Cameroon** — A tragic incident unfolded on Tuesday afternoon, July 23rd, at Mile 4 Nkwen, leaving the community in shock and mourning. A young woman, approximately 22 years old, was fatally struck by a stray bullet amid gunfire at Nibom Quarter.
The distressing events began when unidentified gunmen launched an attack in Nibom Quarter, leading to several minutes of intense shooting. Terrified residents sought shelter, hoping for the violence to cease. After the gunfire subsided, the young woman, believing the danger had passed, emerged from her hiding place to continue her journey to a hairdressing salon.
Tragically, she collapsed shortly thereafter, bleeding profusely. Onlookers quickly realized she had been hit by a stray bullet. Despite being rushed to PMI Nkwen Hospital, she succumbed to her injuries, leaving the community in grief.
Witnesses reported that the woman was on her way to get her hair done when the fatal incident occurred. The sudden loss has cast a pall over the neighborhood, with residents expressing sorrow and outrage over the senseless violence that has claimed yet another innocent life.
This incident highlights the ongoing insecurity in the region, where sporadic violence continues to pose a deadly threat to civilians. Authorities have yet to release an official statement regarding the incident, and the identity of the gunmen remains unknown.
The community of Nkwen now mourns the loss of a young life cut short, and the call for peace and security in Bamenda grows ever louder.
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