source: Undisclosed Source
actor1: Police Forces of Burundi (2005-)
actor2: Civilians (Burundi)
location: Ryamukona
notes: 31 December. A merchant, who belonged to the CNDD-FDD, in Ryamukona was beaten by police before they detained him and transferred him to an unknown location. The police alleged the man had possession of firearms, but locals report that the beating and arrest were done to avoid debts.