Armed men attack US envoy's cars in Bangladesh: US Embassy
Dhaka, Aug 5 (IBNS): A group of armed men attacked a convoy of cars carrying the US envoy to Bangladesh in the capital Dhaka on Saturday, media reports said on Sunday.
"An official vehicle from the U.S. Embassy in Dhaka, which was transporting the Ambassador, was attacked by a group of armed adult men, some on motorcycles, in the Mohammadpur area of Dhaka on Saturday, August 4," the US Embassy said in a statement.
Ambassador Marcia Bernicat remained unhurt in the incident.
Two cars were reportedly damaged in the incident.
"The Ambassador and her security team departed the area unharmed. There were no injuries to the Ambassador, her drivers, or security staff; however, two security vehicles sustained some damage," the Embassy said.
It said: "We express our appreciation to the Dhaka Metropolitan Police and security officials for their quick and professional response following the incident."
The attack took place at a time when thousands of students and school children continue a week-long protest calling for safer roads in the country.
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