Five Muslim clerics were killed by armed tribal militia group in the Middle Shabelle region on Thursday morning.
The incident, which took place in Adale town, left local residents shocked.
Authorities and witnesses confirmed that the clerics were reciting the Holy Quran near the coastal town when they were attacked and killed.
Details on the identities of the clerics remain scanty at the moment.
Furthermore, no group has claimed responsibility for the deadly attack and senseless murder of innocent civilians.
In recent months, the number of killings of innocent civilians, government officers, and military personnel by extremists has increased substantially around the country.