Tragicomedy: Somali comedienne 'mistakenly' shot dead during shoot

A Somali YouTube sensation was on Wednesday shot dead “accidentally” during a comedy rehearsal event in Garowe, capital of Somalia's Puntland regional state.

A local news outlet, Radio Dalsan said a colleague of the deceased confirmed the incident to them.

The comedienne identified as Anisa was shot by her colleague Libah Yare according to Asad Abou Diaby who is a member of the comedy group.

”My friend accidentally shot dead Anisa while we were rehearsing a short comedy video today. May God have mercy on our sister,” Asad said

According to Asad, Anisa died on the spot before she was rushed to the hospital for treatment.

Puntland police have since arrested Libah Kabeye and are investigating the incident.