Hello, this is Tuver. I am a colleague of Jean Claude, working for the Gorilla Organization in Goma. At midnight last night I received a devastating phone call from Jean Claude. One of the Tshiaberimu patrol posts was violently attacked by Mai Mai militia.
The head of monitoring was shot and he is now missing, we are extremely concerned for his safety.
Early this morning 15 ICCN rangers, accompanied by ICCN director Mushenzi traveled to Tshiaberimu to support Jean Claude. This area is very remote so it will take some time for the emergency reinforcements to arrive.
Jean Claude is doing all he can to investigate this situation and keep the staff safe. I have no other information to report now but as soon as I hear from Jean Claude I will let you know.
This is terrible news for Tshiaberimu and we are extremely worried about all the staff and the Tshiaberimu gorillas.
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Jan 21st Brenton H USD 11.00
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Dear Tuver, this is terrible news. The trouble in Congo seems to be affecting all sectors in the East – Virunga, Tshiaberimu, Garamba….I wish there was more that we could do. We hope and pray that the ranger is ok
My thoughts are with you all. Lisa
To the brave rangers at Tshiaberimu! My sympathy to you all, stay safe and with grateful thanks from people who care about the Virungas and the country of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Oh my goodness. I am so sorry for the troubles you are having. I wish I could do something to help, instead, I just feel totally helpless. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Thank you for taking the time to keep us informed.
Tuver and Jean Claude — I am so sorry to hear this…you are in my thoughts and prayers…please stay safe and hopefully help will arrive soon.
Tuver,
Really, it is a sad news. In the name of all rangers of Okapi Wildlife Reserve I wish you a safe and hopefully days. I do not very well know the Thiabirimu sector, but …..