MOGADISHU (Kaab TV) – A senior Somali police officer, Brigadier General Salaad Mohamed, was shot dead overnight in Mogadishu, according to family members and police sources.

The killing took place in the Cabdicasiis district of the Somali capital under circumstances that remain unclear.

Security forces have since detained two of the officer’s bodyguards, who are suspected of possible involvement in the assassination. Authorities said investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the killing and identify those responsible.

The assassination comes at a time of heightened political and security tensions in Somalia’s capital following disputes surrounding the federal government’s mandate and the country’s electoral process.

In recent weeks, armed groups and militias aligned with both the Federal Government of Somalia and opposition factions have reportedly been deployed across parts of Mogadishu, increasing fears of instability and possible armed confrontation.

There have also been reports of increased weapons shipments entering the city, with opposition figures alleging that some of the arms were transported on flights arriving from Turkey and intended to support forces loyal to President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud. The Somali government has not publicly responded to those allegations.

The latest killing has further raised concerns over deteriorating security conditions in Mogadishu, where political tensions and military mobilizations have intensified in recent days.