At least four people have been killed in clashes between cattle keepers and local youth in Maridi along the Maridi-Rumbek road on Sunday evening, according to eyewitnesses.

The eyewitnesses told Radio Tamazuj that a group of herders came and attacked villagers, prompting clashes between the two sides the area.

They further said the incident has created fear among local residents and forced some of them to leave their homes. They pointed out that the main market in Maridi was closed due to the clashes.

State officials could not immediately be reached for comment.