Intense security operations in Leego

By: Ahmed Mohamed
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Somali government forces and AMISOm troops launched operations to hunt down criminals violating the stored peace in areas under Lower Shabelle region, officials say.

The inspections conducted by the troops took place in Leego locality and its environs.

The government police along with the region’s peace – keeping agent are making direct door-to-door operations intended to counter insecurity tip-offs.

A local resident who spoke to Goobjoog News on anonymity condition stated the manhunt has been underway since morning and is expected to continue.

Leego chief, Abukar Abdullahi speaking to Goobjoog News said that the operations were intended beef up the security of Leego village.

“This operation is aimed at securing the area. To achieve this, the Government has also developed and will implement an elaborate relationship between the forces and the public,” he said.

He added “The soldiers launched the operations last night and will continue till flush out criminals who disturb the locals, whether they are mugger or those anti-peace criminals” he said.

These operations approach amid public transport drivers are complaining of new illegal checkpoints mounted by government soldiers between Mogadishu and Baidao in which they are asked money.