13 Aug 2024 | 09:43 AM UTC
Kenya: Unidentified gunmen ambush transport truck in Marsabit County Aug. 12, killing at least seven people
Unidentified gunmen ambush truck traveling in Marsabit County, Kenya, late Aug. 12, killing at least seven people. Further attacks possible.
A group of unidentified gunmen ambushed a truck transporting food near Moyale, Marsabit County, along the Ethiopian border late Aug. 12. At least seven people died in the attack and another two were injured. The attackers also set the truck on fire. Kenyan authorities are investigating the incident and are still attempting to establish a motive.
An increased security presence is likely in the area over the coming days. Further attacks are possible.
Consult local officials before travelling to the impacted location. Reconfirm the status or road routes. Travel during the day. Maintain contact with your diplomatic representation. Travel with identification to allow quicker progress through checkpoints.
On Aug. 1, unidentified gunmen killed a police officer and injured three other people at a checkpoint in Moyale.
