Gambia: Excessive use of force by security forces with fourteen people killed and at least 28 injured

Fourteen people were killed and at least 28 injured when security forces used excessive and indiscriminate force to break up student-organized protest demonstrations on 10 and 11 April 2000. Amnesty International is concerned for the safety of those taking part in further demonstrations anticipated in the coming days and weeks.

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