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During the night between the 16th and 17th, two mosques (Salahudun and Bukare in Garsor village) were attacked by the followers of Sheikh Ismail Haji Hussein. At least 3 people were killed and 9 wounded. In the case of the Salahudun mosque Attack, it is reported the perpetrators stood at the doors and windows of the Mosque and started shouting. (believed to be ASWJ). During the same night, Sheikh Ismail (not be confused with Sheikh Ismail Haji Hussein, attacked in a previous RCIED attack), was also killed. Initial reports received suggest he was injured during the assault on the Salahudun mosque. Sheikh Ismail was accused to have links with AS and was arrested in December 2010 by Puntland Authorities. Sheik Ismail was later released following the appeal and strong pressure from his clan. |
