July 27, 2024, Bamenda, Mezam State, Northern Ambazonia: Cameroon Occupation Forces committed a brutal act. The killing of the bike rider with their truck, which was speeding through the area while shooting randomly at civilians. This incident is a clear War Crime under International Humanitarian Law (IHL), specifically violating Article 51(2) of Additional Protocol I to the Geneva Conventions.

The reckless shooting and high-speed driving show a failure to distinguish between civilians and combatants, which is a core principle of International Laws. Such actions violate the duty of occupying forces to protect civilians and minimize harm, constituting a severe breach of International Law.

The actions of the Cameroon Occupation Forces directly violate Article 3, common to the Geneva Conventions, which prohibits violence against individuals not participating in hostilities. By shooting into a civilian area. The killing of the bike rider, the forces demonstrated a blatant disregard for the protection of civilians. This act highlights the failure to take necessary precautions under International Laws, which mandate that the armed troops avoid actions that endanger civilian lives during armed conflicts. The incident reflects a pattern of violence by the Cameroon Occupation Forces, violating both IHL and the basic rights of the Ambazonian people.

Under International Laws and human rights conventions, occupying forces have a legal duty to ensure the safety and protection of civilians in occupied territories. The random shooting and reckless driving, which resulted in the bike rider’s death, violate the principles of necessity and proportionality under IHL. Such conduct disregards the fundamental human right to life and constitutes inhumane treatment, further highlighting the oppressive nature of the occupation.

The killing of the bike rider by Cameroon Occupation Forces is a War Crime that breaches International Laws and violates human rights. The International community must hold the perpetrators accountable and demand justice for the victims. Immediate actions are required to prevent further atrocities and ensure that the rights of Ambazonian civilians are respected under International Humanitarian Law.

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