MUNDRI—At least two people have reportedly been killed, one critically injured, and several others remain missing after unidentified gunmen attacked a vehicle carrying Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) delegates travelling from Mundri East to Mundri West on Thursday night.
The attack occurred at around 9:00 p.m. in Miri Loko village as the delegation travelled from Lui to Mundri West in Western Equatoria State to participate in the party primaries.
Local media reported that those killed include Veronica Lucy Gordon, a former South Sudan Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC) journalist who was recently nominated to contest for a women’s seat in the National Legislative Assembly, and Justin, a former teacher and elder of the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
One critically injured victim is receiving treatment at Lui Hospital, while several delegates reportedly fled into nearby bushes during the attack, according to local media reports.
Western Equatoria State Caretaker Minister of Information and Communication Noah Issa told Amadi FM that attempts to contact the commissioners of Mundri East and Mundri West had been unsuccessful.
He promised to provide updates once credible information becomes available.
The attack raises fresh security concerns over preparations for South Sudan’s anticipated December 22 general elections.
