The Northeastern Regional Police of Somalia have issued a strong warning against the recording and dissemination of harmful footage.

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The Northeastern State Police Command said it was tracking down individuals and groups accused of being involved in the recording and dissemination of videos of some citizens, which the command said were being used for the benefit of enemies of the regime.

A statement from the Northeastern State Police Command said that security forces have information indicating that these actions are intended to mislead the public and damage the security and stability of the area.

The police said they are closely monitoring anyone suspected of organizing, recording, disseminating or facilitating these videos, noting that investigations are ongoing.

The command also warned against involvement in these actions, and stated that anyone found to be involved will be subject to legal action and brought before the competent judicial authorities.

The Northeastern State Police called on the public to cooperate with security forces and refrain from disseminating or supporting anything they said would harm the security, peace and stability of the community.

Recently, a 14-year-old girl was gang-raped in Lascaanod city, allegedly by young men who were relatives of two sisters who had previously been raped there.