Baidoa suicide bombing
| Baidoa suicide bombing | |
|---|---|
| Part of War in Somalia (2009–present) | |
| Location | Baidoa, Somalia |
| Date | 28 February 2016 |
Attack type | Suicide bombing |
| Deaths | 30 |
Non-fatal injuries | 40 |
| Perpetrators | Al-Shabaab |
Two suicide bombers attacked a busy junction and a restoraunt in the Somali town Baidoa.[1] 30 people, mostly civilians were killed and another 40 were injured. Al-Shabaab claimed responsibility, saying they targeted government officials and security forces.[2] [3]
References
- ↑ http://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-35685648
- ↑ "Islamist group kills 30 in twin blasts in Somali town". Reuters. 28 February 2016. Retrieved 28 February 2016.
- ↑ "Un double attentat suicide en Somalie a fait 30 morts et 40 blessés". RT français. 29 February 2016. Retrieved 29 February 2016.
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