Saturday, February 19, 2011

BBC News - Senegal soldier dies after setting himself on fire

A former soldier has died in Senegal after setting himself on fire outside the official residence of the president on Friday.

Bocar Bocoum apparently carried out the act as part of demands for compensation for military injuries.

The 36-year-old was taken to Senegal's military hospital, which is close to the presidency.

Local media report that he was part of a group of army veterans who staged a protest in the capital, Dakar.

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