Somaliland police have arrested a 24-year-old man accused of stabbing a 37-year-old to death in a brutal midday attack in the Mohamud Haybe neighbourhood of Hargeisa on Thursday.
The suspect, identified as Mohamed Bashe Farah, is alleged to have stabbed Khadar Hashi Ismail over a half dozen times, resulting in his death at the scene. Witnesses described the chaotic aftermath as crowds gathered, shocked by the nature of the crime.
Police swiftly responded to the incident, apprehending the suspect as a crowd of onlookers gathered at the site of the attack.
Police have launched a full investigation to determine the motive behind the killing.
“The Somaliland Police have detained suspect Mohamed Bashe Farah, who is accused of fatally stabbing Khadar Hashi Ismail earlier today”, read a statement from the police.
“The suspect engaged seven-knife strikes, which tragically led to the victim’s death.”
The police assured the public that the investigation would be thorough and that the suspect would promptly be presented to the judicial system.
In the statement, the Police Commander extended condolences to the victim’s family. “We pray for patience and strength for the family during this difficult time,” the statement said.