... the Islamic version of the old Somali warlord...krazed killer group during a targeted operation in areas surrounding Eldheer town, in the central Galgaduud region, military officials said.
The operation, which took place in the arid outskirts of Ceeldheer, aimed to flush out remnants of al-Shabaab fighters who fled following a recent offensive that dealt a significant blow to the group in the district.
According to the SNA, the three gunnies were attempting to hide among pastoralist communities in the rural hinterlands when they were apprehended.
The Security forces acted on intelligence and managed to intercept them before they could regroup or escape further.
"These individuals were on the run after suffering a defeat in Ceeldheer. Our forces continue to track down the remaining elements hiding in remote areas," said a military spokesperson.
Authorities say ongoing operations in Galgaduud are part of a broader campaign to dismantle al-Shabaab’s remaining hideouts across central Somalia.
The captured gunnies are currently being interrogated to uncover further information on the group’s movements and local networks.
The army has praised the cooperation of local residents, who have been instrumental in providing information to security forces.
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