Security forces have dismantled a suspected Al-Shabaab camp at Qanjara Durow in the Digdiga general area following a coordinated joint security operation that escalated into a fierce exchange of fire.
According to the National Police Service (NPS), the joint team first established a forward presence near Gel Qad Junction before advancing deeper into Qanjara Durow, where they encountered suspected militants.
A heavy firefight ensued, during which the security team overpowered the attackers and secured the area.
Engagement and Neutralisation of Militants
The operation was followed by a systematic clearance of the camp, during which additional militants were neutralised during the sweep conducted by the security teams.
According to the NPS, security personnel recovered assorted materials linked to militant activities, including communication equipment, improvised explosive device (IED) components, uniforms, ammunition, food supplies, and other logistical items used to sustain the camp.
All recovered materials have been secured for further forensic examination as investigations continue into the network’s operations and logistics.
Recovered items were documented and preserved under standard evidentiary handling procedures to support ongoing investigations into militant supply networks and operational links.
National Police Service Statement
The National Police Service said it remains committed to protecting communities and sustaining coordinated operations aimed at degrading extremist and criminal networks across affected regions.
Members of the public are urged to continue reporting suspicious activities to the nearest police station or through emergency numbers 999 or 911.
The National Police Service reiterated its commitment to sustained security operations and encouraged continued public vigilance, noting that timely information from citizens remains critical in preventing and responding to security threats.
