Local authorities in Wangkei Payam in Mayom County of Unity State have taken a suspect into custody following an incident involving the fatal shooting of an individual identified as Zien Dhoal Chuol.
The suspect, who reportedly had a history of alcohol abuse, is believed to have been the closest companion of the deceased. The shocking shooting transpired on Wednesday night earlier this week.
Speaking to Radio Tamazuj on Thursday, Mayom County Commissioner John Bol Mayak said: “The authorities in Mayom County have taken action against the armed man who committed a crime against his own friend.”
He added that the suspect was arrested on Thursday afternoon in Wangkay Payam following reports of the fatal shooting.
An investigation is underway to shed light on the motives that led the suspect to fatally shoot his own best friend, he said.
The commissioner pointed out that the deceased, Zien Dhoal Chuol, passed away while receiving medical attention at the Wangkay Payam health facility.
Commissioner Mayak highlighted the baffling nature of the incident, stating, “There are no known disputes or conflicts that have been reported between the two individuals. They were best friends and worked together, and it is deeply unfortunate that fate has brought them to this point. People are now living in fear because of the tension between the two families.”
In anticipation of completing the ongoing investigations, Commissioner Mayak affirmed, “Once investigations are completed, the suspect will be sent to Mayom headquarters, where official criminal charges will be brought against him in accordance with the law.”