A tragic incident occurred near the town of Afgooye in Somalia’s Lower Shabelle region, where a passenger vehicle hit a roadside bomb planted in the village of Doonka.
The explosion has so far claimed the lives of 4 people, with several others reported injured. The vehicle, carrying civilian passengers, was en route to Wanlaweyn town when it was struck by the deadly blast.
Eyewitnesses describe the explosion as powerful, leaving the vehicle severely damaged. The injured were quickly transported to nearby medical facilities for treatment. The extent of their injuries remains unclear, but emergency responders and local residents worked together to assist the victims.
No group has yet claimed responsibility for the attack, but such incidents are often linked to terrorist groups operating in Somalia, who frequently target civilian and security vehicles in the region.
Authorities are urged to intensify security measures and improve road safety to prevent further tragedies of this nature. This attack underscores the urgent need for collaborative efforts to ensure the safety of civilians traveling in conflict-affected areas.
Further updates on this incident will be provided as new details emerge.
