Kenya: Suspected Al-Shabaab militant attack kills at least three in Garisssa County Dec. 21

Event

Suspected Al-Shabaab militants carried out an attack on a police vehicle in Bura, Garissa County, the morning of Dec. 21. According to local sources, the vehicle traveling between the Hayley Lapsset Camp and Garissa ran into an improvised explosive device (IED) before being attacked with a rocket-propelled grenade. Two police officers and a civilian were killed in the incident, while an unspecified number of officers managed to escape. The whereabouts of the officers remain unknown. Authorities have reportedly sent additional security forces to the area to track down the attackers.

Authorities will likely maintain heightened security measures in the affected area over the coming days. Security-related operations could result in localized transport disruptions.

Advice

Avoid the affected area. Adhere to instructions issued by local authorities; exercise caution if operating in the surrounding area.