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politics2 years ago

"Guinea's Ex-Junta Leader Recaptured After Daring Prison Break"

Moussa Dadis Camara, the former leader of Guinea's 2008 military junta, has been recaptured after escaping from prison along with three other high-ranking officers. Two of the escapees have also been recaptured, while one remains at large. The recaptured individuals have been returned to a federal prison in Guinea's capital. Guinea's borders have been closed to prevent the escapees from fleeing the country. Camara and others have been on trial for their alleged involvement in a stadium massacre and mass rape in 2009. Guinea is currently governed by military leader Mamady Doumbouya, who came to power in a coup in 2021.

via CNN|
#guinea#mamady-doumbouya#military-junta
politics2 years ago

Guinea's Ex-Junta Leader Recaptured After Daring Prison Escape

Former military leader of Guinea, Moussa Dadis Camara, has been recaptured and returned to prison after a jailbreak attempt. His lawyer denies that Camara willingly participated in the escape, stating that he was kidnapped by armed men. The heavily armed commando also freed two other former officials who are currently on trial alongside Camara. The army described the operation as an attempt to sabotage government reforms and reaffirmed its commitment to the current authorities. Camara has been detained since September 2022 and is facing charges related to a 2009 attack on civilians.

via Al Jazeera English|
#guinea#justice-system#military-government
politics2 years ago

Former Guinean Dictator Camara Recaptured Hours After Daring Jailbreak

Former dictator of Guinea, Moussa Dadis Camara, was recaptured and returned to prison after an apparent jailbreak led by a heavily armed commando. At least two other former officials on trial alongside Camara were also taken during the operation. It remains unclear whether Camara escaped willingly or was kidnapped. The army described the operation as an attempt to sabotage government reforms and reaffirmed its commitment to the current military-led authorities. Camara and his co-defendants are facing charges related to a 2009 massacre, and if convicted, they could face life in prison.

via FRANCE 24 English|
#guinea#jailbreak#justice
crimepolitics2 years ago

Former Guinea dictator Moussa Dadis Camara recaptured after armed prison escape

Former Guinea dictator Moussa Dadis Camara, who led a military junta in 2008, has been recaptured and returned to prison after an armed commando attempted a jailbreak. At least two other former officials on trial for a 2009 massacre were also taken during the operation. The circumstances of Camara's capture remain unclear, with his lawyer suggesting he was kidnapped and in danger. Guinea is currently governed by military leader Mamady Doumbouya, who came to power in a coup in 2021.

via The Guardian|
#armed-commando#crimepolitics#guinea
crimepolitics2 years ago

Ex-junta leader Camara escapes prison in armed jailbreak

Former Guinea military junta leader Moussa Dadis Camara, along with three other high-ranking officers, was freed from prison by heavily armed men in Conakry. Shots were heard in the capital, and military vehicles and special forces were seen patrolling the streets. Guinea's borders have been closed to prevent the escapees from leaving the country. Camara and others have been on trial for their alleged involvement in a stadium massacre and mass rape in 2009. Guinea is currently governed by military leader Mamady Doumbouya, who came to power in a coup in 2021.

via Reuters|
#crimepolitics#guinea#justice-minister