A gang of robbers that terrorized Ouagadougou and several surrounding areas has been apprehended by the National Police. Specializing in armed robberies of businesses, gas stations, and electronic payment points, the group caused an estimated 10 million CFA francs in damages. Three Kalashnikov rifles, two automatic pistols, and ammunition were among the items seized during the operation.
The investigation conducted by the 09th arrondissement police station has brought an end to the activities of this network, which operated primarily at night. Its members traveled in pairs on motorcycles, searching for businesses that could be targeted.
Their area of operation extended in particular to the Yagma, Marcoussis, Toudoubwéogo and Kamboinsin districts, as well as to the municipalities of Pabré, Laye and Boussé.
Once they had located their target, the criminals would attack, armed with Kalashnikovs or automatic pistols. At gunpoint, they would rob their victims of money, phones, and other belongings. To avoid identification, they would conceal their faces with masks. Even more disturbingly, they would not hesitate to shoot victims who tried to resist or call for help.
The stolen goods were then distributed among the group members. Part of the profits was also used to finance commercial activities, including the sale of various goods.
The intervention of the police forces, facilitated by information provided by the population, made it possible to arrest the active members of the network and to recover several weapons, ammunition, motorcycles as well as various goods.
The National Police call on the public to remain vigilant and to continue their cooperation with the security forces.
Djamila Kambou
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