Outrage in Chagni Following Fatal Shooting of Two Young Businessmen

Recent unrest has gripped Chagni, Ethiopia, following the fatal shooting of two respected business owners, Meseret Haymanot and Minale Wale, by security forces during a traffic stop. In response, six individuals, including a kebele administrator, have been arrested as part of an ongoing investigation into the incident. Residents are calling for justice and accountability after this tragic event.

In Chagni, a town in the Agew Awi Zone of the Amhara Region, discontent arose following a tragic incident in which two young men were fatally shot during a routine traffic stop by government security forces. The local government has taken action by arresting six individuals, including the kebele administrator, who were associated with the event.

The victims, Meseret Haymanot and Minale Wale, were prominent business individuals known for their industriousness and integrity, living without any political affiliations. They had successfully established a business renting out excavators and loaders, raising their profile within the community. Eyewitness accounts reveal that the pair were shot while returning home on a rickshaw that evening.

The peace and security head of Chagni, Bekele Mekuria, refrained from directly accusing the security forces. He rather suggested that the shooting may have occurred due to a rushed and reckless decision made during the incident. He noted, “When the security forces saw a rickshaw parked, they ordered the driver to stop. When he failed to comply, they opened fire.” He confirmed that into the investigation is still ongoing and promised revelations about the eventual findings.

Reports indicate that five security personnel, including the on-duty kebele administrator that night, are facing arrests and are currently under investigation. The ongoing inquiries aim to clarify the circumstances surrounding the shooting and identify any culpable parties.

The tragic loss of Meseret Haymanot and Minale Wale has sparked significant anger and calls for accountability in Chagni, with the local government arresting several suspects including a kebele administrator. As investigations continue, residents seek justice for the two respected businesspersons whose lives were abruptly taken during a violation of security protocol. The community remains hopeful that the truth will be uncovered to ensure accountability for the actions of the security forces involved.

Original Source: www.ethiopiaobserver.com