28-year-old food vendor killed in renewed Nkwanta South violence
Richmond Benye, a 28-year-old food vendor, was shot and killed on Saturday evening in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region. He was attacked by unidentified gunmen while reportedly going about his daily activities. The motive behind the shooting is yet to be established as investigations continue.
The deceased was well known in the community for his food vending business. Benye leaves behind a wife and a young child. Community leaders and authorities have extended condolences to the bereaved family, while renewing calls for peace and urging residents to cooperate with security agencies by providing information that could assist in resolving the case.
Following the incident, security agencies have intensified patrols within the municipality. The police have also launched a manhunt for the suspects involved, with efforts underway to ensure they are arrested and prosecuted. As of Sunday morning, a tense calm has returned to the municipality, with increased security deployments in identified hotspots to prevent further escalation and protect residents.
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Tensions are high in the Nkwanta South Municipality of the Oti Region after a shooting. The incident has deepened concerns about communal tensions in the area - what could this mean for the community?
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