A former general has died at 83. He was known for his role in a major massacre. The incident, which occurred in 1995, resulted in significant loss of life. A life sentence was being served for genocide at the time of death. This sentence was a result of actions taken during a conflict that lasted from 1992 to 1995.

Further details about the general's death are available. He was being held in a detention centre.

The general's actions had earned him a notorious nickname, and he was held responsible for a large number of deaths.