04 Dec 2023 | 07:58 PM UTC
Somalia: Explosion reported at Bakara Market in Mogadishu late Dec. 4
Explosion reported at Bakara Market in Mogadishu, Somalia, late Dec. 4. Avoid the area.
An explosion reportedly occurred at the Bakara Market in Mogadishu late Dec. 4. The cause of the blast as yet remains unclear; however, preliminary reports suggest that the incident may have been an attack against the facility in retaliation for complying with a government directive to install hidden closed-circuit television (CCTV) cameras. Militants associated with Al-Shabaab have previously warned local businesses not to install such security equipment.
Heightened security is likely in the impacted area in the coming hours. Localized transport disruptions are possible as authorities complete their investigation and response.
Avoid the scene of the incident; consider taking alternative routes to circumvent the affected area. Heed the instructions of security forces.
