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Warkasta is tracking police across 5 reports from 4 sources. Recent coverage touches Mogadishu, Puntland, and Somalia, each linked to its original source with side-by-side comparison where outlets differ.

GAROWE, Somalia — Puntland police have seized a truck carrying illegally possessed firearms at a security checkpoint in Garowe, the regional capital of Nugal, authorities said. The seizure took place at the Laacdheere vehicle checkpoint during a security operation conducted by Puntland Police, particularly officers from the Nugal Regional Police Division. In a statement, Puntland…

Somalia’s Minister of Internal Security, Brig. Gen. Abdullahi Sheikh Ismail Fartaag, has met the European Union ambassador to Somalia to discuss strengthening security cooperation and improving the capabilities of the Somali Police Force. During the meeting, Fartaag thanked the European Union for its continued support for police training, particularly for the Darwish…
Banadir Regional Police on Sunday denied reports circulating on social media that security forces had entered Hormuud Telecom offices in Mogadishu to conduct investigations.

Somalia’s police entered two Hormuud company premises in Mogadishu on Sunday, including its headquarters in Bakara Market and its main management headquarters on the road leading to the airport, with investigations under way under a court warrant, Somali Stream reported. Initial reports suggest the investigation is linked to recent developments in Southwest…

The swift arrest following a deadly shooting in Garowe offers a clear example of how law enforcement can help prevent clan-based revenge killings and ensure that criminal disputes are resolved through the courts, not retaliation. GAROWE (WDN) — Puntland police have arrested Mowliid Siciid Warsame, known as Dhakhare, who is suspected of killing three people...