The massacre of civilians in Tchomia in the province of Ituri has caused real consternation in the region. On the evening of Saturday July 22, bullets rang out in the village of Nyakova, causing the death of a dozen civilians, mostly women and children. This tragic crime was committed by an element of the regular army, who would have acted out of anger following a family dispute.
The drama finds its origin in the dissatisfaction of the soldier towards his in-laws, who would have organized the funeral of his son in his absence. This gesture would have deeply upset the element of the FARDC, which transformed the ceremony into a veritable bloodbath.
Initial information reports that twelve civilians, including nine children, lost their lives, while other sources report thirteen victims. The injured were taken to a health center for treatment.
Faced with this heinous act, the Congolese army said it was looking for the murderer to bring him to justice. Lieutenant Jules Ngongo, spokesman for military operations in Ituri, strongly condemned this act and conveyed the command’s condolences to the families of the victims.
It is important to stress that discipline must be respected within the armed forces and that no individual should take the life of another, whatever the problem. The army is committed to finding the perpetrator of this massacre and bringing him to justice.
This terrible event highlights the challenges faced by the authorities in the Ituri region, particularly in terms of security and conflict resolution. He also recalls the importance of promoting peace and the peaceful management of disputes within Congolese society.
In conclusion, this massacre in Tchomia is a tragedy that must be condemned with the utmost severity. It is essential that those responsible for this criminal act be brought to justice in order to guarantee the security and protection of civilians in the Ituri region