Nine civilians killed in Galkayo mass shooting

[Deeq A.]

Gunmen have shot dead nine people in Galkayo on Friday night in what is being described as “revenge” attack.

Another person who is believed to be a security official was killed in a separate incident in the southern city.

Somali Information minister, Mohamed Hayir Mareye has condemned the act.

Security agencies were conducting an investigation and expected to give details of what caused the killings.

Citizens and political leaders alike have taken to the social media in their strong condemnation of the heinous attack.

Former Somali President, Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, has called upon security agencies to bring to book those responsible for the attack.

“It is very sad to hear the death of ten people in Galkacyo in one night, I strongly condemn the heinous act and send my heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the victims, ” he said.

“I call upon the Galmudug authorities and Galkayo residents to cooperate in the arrest and prosecution of the perpetrators.” He added.

Galkayo city, which is under the administration of Galmudug and Puntland regional state, has previously witnessed skirmishes related to ethnicity and border dispute between the two administrations.

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