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Chad Vehicle Commandeering
Safety and Security
Sub-Saharan Africa - Chad
29 Nov 2006

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The Regional Security Office at U.S. Embassy N'djamena reported the following:

The Embassy continues to receive reports of vehicles being commandeered by what appears to be Chadian military personnel. Most reported confiscations involve Chadian government vehicles. However, this afternoon an several suspected soldiers attempted to flag down an Embassy locally hired employee and take his US Government owned vehicle with green diplomatic license plates. When he stopped, they demanded his keys and attempted to pull him out of the vehicle. The employee was able to drive away unharmed. All are advised to stay indoors after dark, and avoid non-essential travel around N'Djamena for the coming days. Remember to lock your doors when traveling and be suspicious of impromptu roadblocks. Avoid traveling alone and report any incidents related to this activity immediately to the RSO or Post 1 at the Embassy (call 517009). Stay on well traveled roads if possible.

Please remain be vigilant, carry a reliable communication device and let others know where you are going and when you'll be back. An update to this message will be provided if necessary.