Deadly Altercation at Wrestling Event
Bor town witnessed two violent incidents on Saturday, leaving two people dead and four injured, including children and security officers.
Police report that a dispute between Nyara and Pariak youths during a traditional wrestling match escalated, resulting in one fatality.
Ambush on Officials’ Convoy
Later the same day, a convoy ferrying state officials home from the match came under fire outside Bor, allegedly by the local Red Belt militia.
Two National Security Service members and two children sustained gunshot wounds; the attackers withdrew before reinforcements arrived.
Commissioner’s Message and Security Response
County Commissioner Samuel Ateny Pech Ariik described the episodes as ‘isolated’ and appealed for restraint, insisting investigators will ‘let the rule of law take its course’.
He confirmed security forces are pursuing suspects while maintaining normalcy in Bor, and added that visitors from neighbouring Lakes State returned unharmed.
Community Reactions and Next Steps
Local elders from Nyara and Pariak welcomed the call for calm and began informal mediation to prevent retaliatory attacks.
Civil society activists urge swift prosecution to reinforce confidence in state institutions, noting that sporadic clashes have historically disrupted trade routes in Jonglei.
For now, schools and markets remain open, yet residents say they are watching security developments closely.