Bangladeshi peacekeeper killed in Central African Republic
A Bangladeshi peacekeeper was killed and two others were injured in a road accident at Dele in Bangui (Central African Republic) on Sunday, reports UNB.
The deceased was identified as lance corporal Abdullah Al Mamun, a driver.
The injured were identified as sergeant Abdus Samad, 35, artillery and soldier Mokhlesur Rahman, 31.
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The accident took place around 00:25 (local time) when the water tanker, carrying a team of Bangladeshi peacekeepers, plunged into a 20-25 feet deep ditch, leaving Mamun dead on the spot, the ISPR said Monday.
The injured are being treated at a hospital in Bangui and they will be shifted to Uganda soon.
They met the tragedy while going to Bangui from Kaga Port.
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