Voice of America: Burundi Army Chief Survives Attack
Officials in Burundi say the head of the army has survived an assassination attempt in the capital, Bujumbura.
A witness and a police source say men in military fatigues fired on General Prime Niyongabo as he traveled in a convoy Friday. The general is reportedly unharmed.
The French news agency reports seven people were killed in a resulting clash, including four bodyguards, two attackers and a female police officer.
Security forces have cordoned off the area of the attack.
More News On Burundi Army Chief Surviving An Assassination Attempt
Burundi army chief escapes assassination bid as seven killed -- AFP
At least four killed in attack on Burundi army chief -- Reuters
Burundi army chief Gen Niyongabo survives assassination bid -- BBC
Witnesses: Burundi Army Chief Is Targeted in Attack -- AP
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