Soubré Criminal Court Opens Its First Session with 34 Criminal Cases

Soubré Criminal Court opened its first ordinary session on October 30, 2026, with 34 cases involving 43 defendants, 12 of whom are in custody. The docket includes five murder or assassination cases, four cases of fatal assault, and 21 cases of rape or sexual assault, several involving minors. Prosecutor Bafouma Kouakou Lucien urged residents to prevent and report crimes, protect victims, and avoid putting pressure on victims or their families. Court president Meney Sylvanus described the session as a major step toward bringing justice closer to the people of the Nawa region.