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Gunfire Erupts Near Guinea's Central Prison in Conakry, Leaving Residents on High Alert
Sustained gunshots have been reported near Guinea's central prison in Conakry, leaving authorities unsure of the cause and identity of those involved.
Heavy gunfire has been reported near the central prison in Guinea's capital, Conakry, according to AFP and Reuters, but it is unclear who was shooting or what triggered the violence. The sustained gunshots were heard in the area. Details about the situation are still coming in as authorities respond to the incident.
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