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At least 12 people are known to have been killed and 10 others were injured after Somali Government solders exchanged gunfire in Bariire locality, outside of Afgooye. The deadly clash erupted after Somali soldiers escorting a mini-van carrying passengers from Afgooye district, heading to Qoryooley town clashed with another group troops at a checkpoint located 23 Km south of Afgooye town. The reason for the clash is not known. Witnesses say nine of the twelve deaths were civilians caught in the crossfire. |
