Ethiopian Red Cross Condemns Attack Killing Ambulance Driver in Benishangul-Gumuz

The Ethiopian Red Cross Society (ERCS) has strongly condemned an armed attack on one of its ambulances in the Dangur woreda of the Metekel zone, Benishangul-Gumuz region. The incident occurred on October 14, when the ambulance was ambushed while carrying out a humanitarian mission. The driver, identified as Mulugeta Andualem, was killed in the attack, which took place near Jirsie Mender, about 50 kilometers from the woreda town. In addition to the loss of life, the ambulance vehicle sustained severe damage. The organization issued an official statement following the tragedy to express its condemnation.