A Gang member arrested over killing at Bentiu IDP Camp

by Emmanuel M. Garjiek

A member of gang group was detained On Tuesday, in connection with the killing of a 21-year-old male in Unity State’s Bentiu IDP Camp.
David Matut Both, the deputy commander of the joint police at the Bentiu IDP Camp, verified the arrest after the incident in Sector One Block Five on Wednesday.
“A 25-year-old man was arrested by the police after he killed his colleague at the Bentiu IDP Camp,” explained Both.
The deputy Commander stated that the apprehended individual is a member of the Legendary team.
The dead was identified as Ruot Kuong Latjor of the Old Gang (OG) squad.
“The alleged gang member is currently detained in the Bentiu IDP police camp, and he will be sent to the headquarters.
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