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Driver Killed By Traffic Police in Debre Tabor

AI SUMMARY

Residents of Debre Tabor reported that a driver was beaten to death by a traffic police officer following an alleged traffic violation.

A driver was killed by a traffic police officer in Debre Tabor city, South Gondar Zone, Amhara Region.
The incident occurred on November 10, 2026 in an area known as Qes Alemayehu under the pretext of a traffic violation.
According to residents, the traffic police officer forced the driver out of his vehicle and struck him on the head with the butt of a weapon, causing his death.
The suspect police officer fled the scene after the crime and was taken into government custody the following morning.
Attempts to contact Debre Tabor City Police Chief Commander Yalu by phone for further information were unsuccessful.