Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea — A violent gang notorious for a recent pack rape incident is believed to be behind a brazen assault on the Ex-Seminarians Club in East Boroko, which occurred around 7:30 p.m. last night. Eyewitness accounts describe a chaotic scene as six to eight armed assailants invaded the establishment, brandishing weapons including axes, knives, and a firearm.
During the robbery, the attackers stole K600 from the bar. A security guard who tried to intervene suffered severe injuries after being struck across the neck with an axe. The group resorted to using bottles as makeshift weapons amidst the turmoil. Nearby residents, including employees from a local media organization, rushed to help but quickly found themselves threatened by the intruders, who brandished a pistol to maintain control of the situation.
An expatriate patron was also attacked, sustaining facial injuries that left him with a swollen eye. His cries for assistance drew further threats from the assailants, who warned they would shoot anyone who interfered. Following the aggressive robbery at the club, the gang drove off in two stolen vehicles before attacking another individual at Manu Autoport, taking his car as well.
Witnesses noted that one of the attackers bore a striking resemblance to Jack Larry Marai, a fugitive who has escaped from a nearby prison and is currently wanted by authorities. This revelation has heightened concerns within the community, as residents grapple with the escalating violence tied to criminal gangs.
Local law enforcement is actively investigating the incident and has issued a call for anyone with information to come forward. Community members are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity as the search for the suspects continues.
The recent surge in violent crime is raising alarm bells, prompting officials to reassess security measures in crowded areas. As the city copes with this wave of lawlessness, many residents express fear for their safety and demand more robust policing to prevent further incidents.