Central African Republic: Clashes between Seleka muslim rebels and Christian vigilante groups
The death toll of victims killed during renewed clashes between Muslim rebels of the Seleka coalition and Christian vigilante groups in the Central African Republic (CAR) has risen to at least 40, witnesses said on Tuesday.
The attacks took place overnight Monday into Tuesday in the villages of Gaga in Ouham district and Yaloke in neighbouring Ombella M’Poko district, roughly 200km north-west of the capital, Bangui.
“Most of those killed were civilians. They were hit by bullets of the Seleka rebels,” a resident of Yaloke told dpa on condition of anonymity.
At least 50 civilians were injured.