Authorities in Imatong State say at least five people were killed and 13 others wounded in an ambush along Juba-Nimule road this morning.

The incident happened in Moli area, when passenger vehicle travelling to Juba earlier today were attacked by armed men.

All the dead were men. Of the 13 wounded, three were women.

The town clerk of Nimule town, David Ochieng, says the wounded people have been taken to Nimule hospital for treatment.

Police spokesperson Brigadier Daniel Justin earlier confirmed the incident, but said he didn’t have details of the attack.

Similar attacks have occurred along the road.