On Tuesday, July 25, 2023, a tragedy occurred in Bonoua, in southern Ivory Coast. In the Koumassi neighborhood of Yaou, a dog caused the tragic death of a seven-year-old child.
According to the Police Secours platform, the incident took place on Tuesday, July 25, 2023, in the Koumassi neighborhood of Yaou, in the municipality of Bonoua. German Shepherd dogs attacked children playing in front of a residence at 5:30 p.m.
One of the children was killed by one of the dogs, as reported by our source. The identity of the child has not been disclosed, and this heartbreaking incident sparked anger among the locals. To restore calm and tranquility in the area, law enforcement forces were immediately dispatched to the scene.
It is worth noting that the Bonoua police station conducted an investigation to clarify the circumstances of the incident and establish responsibility.