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15 Oct 2017 | 11:04 AM UTC

Kenya: Seven killed in Turkana county school shooting, Oct. 14

Seven dead following mass shooting at school in Lokichogio, Turkana county, October 14

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Six children and one security guard have been killed and several injured in a shooting attack at the Lokichogio Mixed Secondary School in Turkana county on Saturday, October 14. Two girls were also allegedly raped during the attack. The incident is believed to have been carried out by a South Sudanese pupil recently suspended from the school; a police investigation is ongoing.

Advice

Individuals in the Lokichogio are advised to monitor the situation, and follow any orders issued by local authorities. A heightened security presence should be expected in the area over coming days.