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Rumbek Bishop-elect shot and injured, 24 suspects arrested
Authorities in Lakes State have confirmed that the Bishop-elect of Rumbek Catholic Diocese has been shot and wounded in both legs by unknown gunmen who attacked his residence at midnight yesterday.
About 24 suspects have so far been arrested by the police in the Lakes State capital, Rumbek.
Speaking to Radio Tamazuj this morning, the acting minister of Information and Communication, William Kocji Kerjok condemned the assassination attempt on Father Christian Carlassare, the Bishop-elect.
He said Fr. Carlassare was wounded in both legs by the gunmen who entered his room last night and is now receiving medication in Rumbek State hospital.