Cote d'Ivoire: Attack at Pinda-Boroko border post, near Ghanaian border, leaves one police officer dead Feb. 28

Event

Unidentified assailants ambushed the Pinda-Boroko border checkpoint, located in Zanzan District near the Ivorian-Ghanaian border, Feb. 28. The attack reportedly killed at least one police officer and wounded two other members of security forces. Further details regarding the assault were not immediately reported.

A heightened security posture and localized transport disruptions are likely in the area over the short term.

Context

Armed militants are known to operate in the north of Zanzan District in the vicinity of Comoe National Park and may be responsible for the Feb. 28 attack. Alternatively, armed bandits may have carried out the assault.

Advice

Exercise heightened vigilance if operating in the affected area. Confirm the status of routes before travel. Avoid traveling at night.