Guriceel, Galmudug – A well-known businessman from Guriceel, Deeq Cabdi Jaamac, was shot dead on Sunday evening in a killing that has left residents of the central Galgaduud town shaken and searching for answers.
According to local sources, Jaamac had just stepped out of the mosque after Maghrib prayers when armed men approached him in the dimming light. The quiet of the evening was shattered in an instant. Witnesses say the attackers struck with precision and disappeared into the surrounding streets before anyone could react, leaving the community stunned by the speed and brutality of the incident.
Jaamac was widely known in the town’s business circles, appreciated not only for his work but also for his willingness to support neighbours and local initiatives. His death has deepened a sense of insecurity among residents, many of whom are already navigating the challenges of living in a region long affected by conflict and sporadic violence.
Authorities in Guriceel have yet to announce any arrests or provide further details on the possible motives behind the killing. Security forces were reported to have increased patrols in parts of the town overnight, though the assailants remain at large.
For many in Guriceel, the loss feels personal. The killing of a familiar figure at a place and time associated with peace has cast a heavy cloud over the community, amplifying calls for stronger protection and faster investigations as families and business owners grapple with the shock of yet another targeted attack in the region.