Raid on Kolofata (2014)

Raid on Kolofata (2014)
Part of Boko Haram insurgency
DateJuly 27, 2014
Location
Kolofata, Far North Region, Cameroon
Result

Boko Haram victory

  • Boko Haram able to leave with hostages
  • Cameroonian Army retains control of Kolofata
Belligerents
Cameroon Boko Haram
Strength
Unknown 200
Casualties and losses
3 killed 9 killed
4+ civilians killed
17+ civilians taken hostage

On July 27, 2014, militants from Boko Haram attacked the town of Kolofata, Cameroon, targeting important local and federal government officials. At least four civilians were killed and seventeen were taken prisoner.

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