By Richard Onapatum
Kotido – A devastating shooting incident has claimed the life of Lochu Steven, an Airtel staff member and resident of Nakwomutu Village, Lopotha Parish, Napupum Sub County.

The incident occurred at Nakoreto Trading Centre, Maaru Sub County, Kotido District, at 10:00 am today.
Steven and two colleagues were registering Airtel SIM cards when four armed warriors appeared, targeting Steven specifically.
“They didn’t utter a word; they just shot him in the upper left ear, at the rear of the head,” a witness recounted.
The attackers disappeared immediately after the shooting, as villagers fled for their lives.
Residents condemn the senseless killing, calling for increased security measures.
“We’re living in fear; something must be done to stop these attacks,” said a local resident.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident.