11 May 2020 | 05:30 AM UTC
Burundi: Grenade attack kills two in Bujumbura (Bujumbura Mairie province) May 10
Grenade attack kills two in Bujumbura (Bujumbura Mairie province) May 10; anticipate heightened security presence in the vicinity of the attack
Event
A grenade attack killed two people in the Kamenge area of Bujumbura (Bujumbura Mairie province) on Sunday evening (local time), May 10. Eight other people were injured in the attack which targeted Kwa Patrick bar. As of Monday, May 11, the motive for the attack is not clear and no group has claimed responsibility.
A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are anticipated around the blast site over the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in the area are advised to monitor the situation, avoid the area of the incident, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.
