An American Christian missionary has been killed in Cameroon, the U.S. state department said on Tuesday.
Charles Wesco, a 44-year-old was shot while traveling in a region gripped with violence as the military fights separatists.
Mr. Wesco had just moved into the country two weeks ago. Family sources say he was shot in a car, in-front of his wife, son, another missionary and a driver.
In a statement government said the missionary was caught in cross-fire between the security forces and separatist fighters.
The government also blamed the rebels for Mr Wesco’s death. It said state troops killed the four fighters responsible for the missionary’s killing.
Defence Minister Joseph Beti Assomo is reported to have said that Wesco was targeted by rebels planning to attack a nearby university.
Fighting has been ongoing in northwest Cameroon as the military fights off English-speaking separatists demanding a break away.
There are fears the violence could get worse after long-time leader, Paul Biya was declared winner of the recently held elections.
The 85 year old is set to extend his rule of the predominately French speaking country.
Source: Africafeeds.com
