One Killed, Six Injured as Federal Police Open Fire in Negele Borana

A 17-year-old youth was killed and at least six other people were injured after Federal Police officers opened fire on residents in Negele Borana town, located in the Borana Zone of the Oromia region. The incident occurred in the Goobicha neighborhood of the town during an operation where police were allegedly carrying out a crackdown on informal traders. Local residents identified the deceased youth as Murtii Issaaq Alii Duubaa, who reportedly died instantly at the scene. Among the six injured victims was a woman named Aaminaa, who sustained severe injuries while escorting her grandchildren to school. Due to the severity of her condition, she was subsequently transferred to Hawassa Referral Hospital for advanced medical treatment. The event has raised serious concerns among local community members regarding police conduct during enforcement operations.