Villagers confront Babong chiefThe group reportedly travelled to Babong to confront the traditional ruler and ask him to communicate their demands to his son. Human Rights Watch has repeatedly documented abductions, torture, extortion and other attacks against civilians by armed separatist groups. Reports said armed men intercepted the mayor as he travelled towards Mamfe. However, replacing armed separatist violence with community executions or vigilante reprisals would create another cycle of abuse. MMI News is seeking further information from residents of the affected communities, the Babong traditional administration, the accused man and the competent authorities.