10 Jun 2020 | 11:47 PM UTC
DRC: Suspected CODECO militiamen kill ten in overnight raid in Ituri province June 9
Suspected CODECO militiamen kill at least ten villagers in an overnight raid in Djugu territory (Ituri province) on June 9; similar militant attacks are possible in the region over the near term
Event
Suspected Cooperative for the Development of Congo (CODECO) militants killed at least ten villagers in an overnight attack in Djugu territory (Ituri province) on Tuesday, June 9. The militiamen reportedly attacked Lenga village where they looted goods and burned down over 100 shelters housing internally displaced persons (IDPs). The attack continued until approximately 01:00 (local time) on Wednesday morning, June 10.
Similar militant attacks are possible in the region over the near term.
Context
The government's limited presence in the DRC's eastern provinces, as well as the presence of numerous armed groups and local self-defense militias, has led to continued insecurity in the region.
Advice
Individuals in Ituri province are advised to remain vigilant for militant activity, monitor developments to the situation, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities and their home governments.
