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Police in Mogadishu have arrested a government soldier suspected of killing a young Bajaj motorcycle operator in the Dayniile district, a case that has deeply shocked residents and renewed public concern over the conduct of armed personnel in the capital.
According to authorities, the suspect, identified as Abdullahi Ahmed Geedi, was taken into custody on Tuesday and is currently being held at the Dayniile District Police Station. He is accused of killing Abdirisaq Abuukar Mohamed on Monday night. Police said the suspect remains under investigation and will be presented before a court in accordance with the law.
The Banadir Regional Police Command confirmed the arrest in an official statement, saying the Somali Police Force acted swiftly after the incident was reported. The command emphasized that the suspect is in custody and that legal proceedings will follow. Police officials stressed that no one is above the law and that accountability will be pursued.
Family members of the victim said Abdirisaq’s body has not yet been buried and remains at Firinjeer as relatives and community members await further legal steps. The delay has added to the family’s grief, as they struggle to process the sudden and violent loss of a loved one who was widely described as hardworking and hopeful about the future.
Abdirisaq earned a living as a Bajaj motorcycle operator, a common form of transport in Mogadishu that many young men rely on to support their families. Relatives say he was known for his dedication to providing for his household and maintaining a peaceful life despite the many challenges faced by civilians in the city.
Speaking to the media, a relative of the victim, Yusuf, shared details about Abdirisaq’s future plans, which made the killing even more painful for the family. Yusuf said Abdirisaq and his wife, Aa’isha Abdi, had been preparing to relocate to the United States after winning the U.S. diversity visa lottery. According to the family, their visa process was nearly complete.
“The visa is ready,” Yusuf explained. “All they needed was to attend an interview in Bangkok, Thailand.” He said the couple had been filled with hope and excitement about starting a new chapter in their lives, believing the opportunity would allow them to build a safer and more stable future.
The killing has triggered widespread anger and sadness among residents, particularly as it involves a member of the security forces and a civilian who posed no threat. Many people have taken to social media to demand justice and call on authorities to ensure that those responsible for harming civilians are held accountable.
The incident comes at a time when Somali authorities have repeatedly pledged to reduce cases of civilian harm linked to security personnel. In recent years, public pressure has grown for stricter discipline, better training, and stronger oversight within the security forces to prevent abuses and rebuild trust with the public.
Community leaders and rights advocates say cases like this undermine confidence in state institutions and deepen fear among ordinary citizens. They argue that transparent investigations and fair trials are essential to restoring public trust and preventing similar incidents in the future.
As the investigation continues, the family of Abdirisaq Abuukar Mohamed says their main demand is justice. They are calling on the authorities to ensure the case is handled fairly and openly, and that the law takes its full course. For them, accountability is the only way to honor the life of a young man whose dreams were cut short.