Benin: a journalist’s motorcycle stolen while reporting on the inauguration of a new market

A journalist fell victim to the theft of his motorcycle last Friday during the inauguration of the new Guéma market. According to Fraternité FM, his two-wheeler is a Haojue registered 2DD 9620 RB.

According to witnesses, the theft reportedly occurred in the chaos caused by the large crowd of merchants, local authorities and onlookers who came to attend the event. Despite a thorough search of the perimeter after the theft was discovered, the motorcycle remains unlocated.

The victim, in shock, issued an urgent appeal to anyone who saw or has information about his stolen motorcycle.