location: Mogadishu - Hamar Weyne
notes: A group of nine al Shabaab fighters, including three suicide bombers (personal borne IED), launched an attack against the Banadir Regional administration building and courthouse in Hamar-Weyne District, Mogadishu. Following the initial explosions, the remaining al Shabaab personal opened fire on the people inside the complex. Following the attacks, an explosive laden vehicle drove to the scene and detonated. More than 50 government solders were deployed to the area in response. At least sixteen deaths initially, with the death total reaching 35 the following day, including all nine attackers. The following day an explosive was discovered in a vehicle outside the courthouse and disabled. There was also a bomb discover outside the home of a military general (Hodan District). Authorities speculate these were supposed to detonate along with the others, but failed to do so.
target_text: location: Mogadishu - Hamar Weyne, fatalities: 35