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Published on 2024-04-09 15:27:42
Several deaths were reported in the Milhoi area of Lamu County on Tuesday, April 9, following a suspected Al-Shabaab attack. The terrorists targeted and torched a truck and a pickup near the Bagdam Bridge on the far North Coast. Police have been deployed to the scene to assess and establish facts surrounding the circumstances that led to the attack. After a heavy gunfire exchange, it has been confirmed that two people have died.
Motorists and civilians in the area have been advised to take extra precautions as the suspected terrorists are still on the loose. A manhunt to track down the suspects has been launched, with law enforcement officers operating on intelligence that the assailants are heavily armed. Lamu County Watch advised members of the public and motorists plying Garsen-Witu-Lamu to be extra cautious and vigilant during these times.
This incident marks the second terror attack targeting Kenyans in less than a month. On Good Friday, an attack in the Dhobley area in Somalia near the Garissa border attributed to the Al-Shabaab group left six Meru businessmen dead. The Liboi Deputy County Commissioner noted that the attack, which occurred in the early hours, stemmed from business rivalry. Garissa has faced several terror attacks over the years, and the Lamu region borders the Northern region.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claimed that Kenya has not experienced a terror attack in two years, crediting it to the strategies put in place by the Kenya Kwanza Government. The government has been working tirelessly to prevent further attacks and ensure the safety and security of its citizens.
In response to the recent attack, security measures have been increased in the affected areas, with authorities urging the public to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activities. The international community has also condemned the actions of the Al-Shabaab group and offered support to Kenya in its fight against terrorism.
Efforts are underway to track down the perpetrators of the attack in the Milhoi area and bring them to justice. The government is collaborating with local and international partners to strengthen security measures and prevent future incidents. The resilience and unity of the Kenyan people in the face of such challenges demonstrate their determination to overcome adversity and build a safer and more secure nation.
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