Mauritania: Young man found fatally stabbed and tied to his cart, his horse still alive

On Wednesday, June 3, 2026, in Boghé-Escale, southern Mauritania, the body of a young man was found stabbed to death in his cart, with his horse still alive beside him. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the circumstances of the crime, which could be a settling of scores, theft, or an isolated act. The victim was taken to Hoore mooƴnde hospital for an autopsy.