A family tragedy has been reported in the Damas neighbourhood of Yaoundé. Joëlle Abona reportedly died from injuries sustained in a knife attack, while her mother-in-law was arrested by gendarmes.
The incident reportedly occurred while Joëlle Abona was in her bedroom. According to the information available, an argument allegedly broke out between the young woman and her mother-in-law, who is said to have used a knife during the attack.
Joëlle Abona reportedly suffered two stab wounds. Seriously injured, she was taken to a health facility for medical treatment. Her condition was said to be critical.
Before her death, the young woman reportedly managed to provide some of her relatives with information about the circumstances surrounding the attack. Despite receiving medical care, she did not survive her injuries.
After being alerted, gendarmes reportedly went to the Damas area. The victim’s mother-in-law was arrested and is now at the centre of investigations into the case.
At this stage, the exact circumstances of the attack and individual responsibility remain to be established. Statements reportedly given by relatives will have to be assessed alongside other evidence gathered during the investigation.
The case has left Joëlle Abona’s family mourning and her relatives in shock. Investigators will now seek to establish exactly what happened and determine what legal action may follow.