Chad: One person killed during protests in Am Timan April 17

Event

On Tuesday, April 17, violent protests broke out in Am Timan following an altercation between students and teachers, leaving one person dead and three more injured. According to local sources, police officers shot and killed one student and wounded another. Protesters subsequently burned several vehicles and sacked a local police station, severely injuring two police officers. According to local sources, calm was restored to Am Timan by Tuesday evening. Nevertheless, continued protests - with the potential to turn violent - are possible.

Advice

Individuals present in Am Timan are advised to monitor developments to the situation and to avoid all potential protests due to the possibility of violence.