Matadi: a clash between youth and police causes serious damage after the murder of a motorcyclist, over 20 vehicles and motorcycles set on fire at the town hall

Author: actualite.cdPublished on: September 8, 2026Country: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Crime & Law
Matadi: a clash between youth and police causes serious damage after the murder of a motorcyclist, over 20 vehicles and motorcycles set on fire at the town hall

On Monday evening, the city of Matadi experienced tensions following the discovery of a motorcyclist's body, a resident of the Redjaf military camp. His death sparked anger among young motorcycle riders, who clashed with the police, resulting in the burning of over 20 vehicles and motorcycles at the town hall. This incident occurs against a backdrop of ongoing tensions between motorcyclists and the traffic police.

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