Prosecutor: Attacker of Comoros president found dead in prison

In a shocking turn of events, the man who attacked Comoros President Azali Assoumani with a knife has been found dead in prison under mysterious circumstances, according to the public prosecutor. The attack took place during a funeral for a religious leader, with the assailant identified as a 24-year-old soldier named Ahmed Abdou. Despite being restrained and handed over to investigators, Abdou was discovered lifeless in his cell the next day.

An investigation has been launched to uncover the cause of his death and the motive behind the attempted assassination. The government has confirmed that President Assoumani sustained minor injuries and is recovering at home. With the majority of the population in the Comoros being Muslim, Abdou’s body has been returned to his family for a traditional burial.

The incident has left many unanswered questions, with witnesses describing the attacker as behaving erratically. As the investigation continues, the tragic events surrounding the president’s attack and the subsequent death of the assailant have gripped the nation.