At least 21 people have been killed in an attack by suspected Allied Democratic Forces (ADF) rebels in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo’s Ituri province.
The attack, which took place in the village of Biakato in the Mambasa territory, also has left several people missing, according to the assistant administrator of the territory, Col. Maxime Tshishimbi.
The death toll rose from 15 last week to 21 after more bodies were recovered Sunday following a search.
Tshishimbi said the Congolese army has launched a hunt for the attackers in their hideouts, urging the population to collaborate with the military.
The rebels also burnt property, including motorcycles and houses, before abducting several civilians who were returning home from their gardens.
The rebel group, which has been active in eastern Congo for several years, is affiliated with the Daesh militant organisation.
