British Doctor Accused of Supervising Six Genocide Killings in Rwanda

A British doctor is accused of overseeing six genocide murders during the 1994 Rwandan massacre, including a taxi driver's stoning and a woman's killing with...

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September 22, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — A British doctor has appeared in court facing allegations of playing a central role in the 1994 Rwandan genocide, with prosecutors claiming he supervised violence that led to the deaths of six individuals.

The defendant, Dr. Vincent Brown, 65, is accused of being a key figure in the killings, including the stoning of a taxi driver and the murder of a woman and her child. He is the first person in the UK to be charged over the genocide, which occurred in Rwanda in 1994.

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Prosecutors allege that Brown, who was previously known as Dr. Vincent Bajinya, acted as a leader or supervisor for others involved in violent acts during the conflict. The case highlights ongoing efforts to hold individuals accountable for their roles in one of the most tragic episodes in modern history.

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