In the Anguissa neighbourhood of Yaoundé’s fourth district, a ten-year-old girl was fatally stabbed during the night of Saturday, June 27 to Sunday, June 28, 2026.
Shock and grief gripped the Anguissa district of Yaoundé on Sunday, June 28. Ten-year-old Sylvana was brutally stabbed to death by a 22-year-old woman, who claimed she was acting under the influence of the Holy Spirit. The attack occurred overnight while the girl’s parents were away.
Young Sylvana died after suffering multiple stab wounds inflicted by her assailant. The alleged killer was apprehended on June 28, 2026, at a place of worship. She is now in police custody as authorities continue their investigation to uncover all details surrounding this tragedy.
