AfricaGeneral NewsGuineaWorld News Guinea’s Ex-Leader Camara Among Prison Escapees Following Armed Jailbreak, States Justice Minister by Madison Thomas November 4, 2023 written by Madison Thomas November 4, 2023 5 comments Bookmark 37 Armed assailants penetrated the central correctional facility in the heart of Guinea’s capital in the early hours of Saturday, effectuating the escape of ex-autocrat Moussa “Dadis” Camara, as disclosed by the nation’s justice minister, who consequently proclaimed the sealing of the borders within the West African country. Justice Minister Charles Alphonse Wright made the revelation subsequent to a morning characterized by intense gunfire in the Kaloum area of Conakry. Also among the escapees were individuals named Claude Pivi and Blaise Goumou, according to Wright. In his communication with Radio Fim FM, a local station, Wright vowed, “We shall locate them. The perpetrators will face justice.” Previously seized for his alleged role in a mass killing at a stadium during his rule, Camara rose to authority following a coup in 2008 and had been exiled for an extended period after an assassination effort by his aide-de-camp. He had made his way back to Guinea towards the end of 2021. Camara is implicated with other suspects in the 2009 tragedy where demonstrators, who gathered to protest his possible presidential candidacy after the coup, were shot by state forces. According to human rights organizations, the event resulted in the death of at least 157 individuals. Despite concerns that Camara’s return from his refuge in Burkina Faso might inflame political tensions, Guinea’s authorities had long resisted it. Yet, the ascent of a military junta through a coup in September 2021 led to a shift in power dynamics in Guinea, paving the way for his return. This report includes contributions from journalist Krista Larson, based in Dakar, Senegal. Table of Contents Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Guinea prison breakWho is Moussa “Dadis” Camara?What happened in the Guinea prison jailbreak?What has been the government’s response to the jailbreak?Did Moussa Camara face charges before his escape?What was the international contribution to this report?More about Guinea prison break Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Guinea prison break Who is Moussa “Dadis” Camara? Moussa “Dadis” Camara is a former military leader who seized power in Guinea during a 2008 coup d’état. He was detained in connection with a 2009 massacre in a stadium but was among those who escaped during a jailbreak in the capital, Conakry. What happened in the Guinea prison jailbreak? Armed individuals stormed the central prison in Conakry, Guinea, resulting in the escape of former dictator Moussa “Dadis” Camara and two others. This incident was followed by the closure of the country’s borders. What has been the government’s response to the jailbreak? Justice Minister Charles Alphonse Wright announced the border closure and expressed a firm resolution to apprehend the escapees, stating that those responsible for the jailbreak will be held accountable. Did Moussa Camara face charges before his escape? Yes, Moussa Camara was among the suspects charged in connection with the 2009 massacre of over 150 protesters by Guinean security forces, an incident that occurred during his tenure as the de facto leader of Guinea. What was the international contribution to this report? Krista Larson, a writer based in Dakar, Senegal, contributed to the report, providing international insights into the incident. 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December 28, 2023 5 comments TommyG November 4, 2023 - 2:12 pm guinea just cant catch a break, what’s this the second coup and now a jailbreak? what next Reply MarcusB November 4, 2023 - 4:36 pm This is huge news, Borders closed, manhunt…feels like something out of a movie. But then again that’s Guinea politics for ya Reply John K November 5, 2023 - 1:12 am Wow, so Camara is out just like that? after all that happend with the stadium massacre thought Guinea’s security would’ve been tighter… Reply SandraP November 5, 2023 - 1:27 am What about the victims of 2009, justice seems so far away now with Camara escaping like this, just heartbraking Reply Alice M November 5, 2023 - 3:49 am didn’t see this coming. guinea’s political situation is just unpredictable, hope they catch him soon Reply Leave a Comment Cancel Reply Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ