Controversial cleric among at least 15 killed in Shabaab attack in Galkaayo

At least 15 people have been killed, and dozens of others wounded after heavily armed Al-Shabaab fighters early Monday launched a targeted attack and stormed a cleric’s house in Galkaayo town of Mudug region.

Goobjoog News reporter in Galkacyo town is confirming that the cleric who was identified as Abdiweli Ali Elmi Yare and more than 10 people have died in the attack.

Galmudug forces have quickly responded to the attack and cleared the Al-Shabaab group from the town.

Al-Shabaab has claimed the responsibility for the attack.

Goobjoog News