Kenya: Further attacks possible after gunmen killed at least 11 people in attack in Turkana County, Sept. 24

Event

Further attacks are possible in the near term after armed bandits raided a village in Turkana East, Turkana County, Sept. 24, killing 11 people, including eight police officers. The assailants reportedly fled with stolen livestock. Security forces have deployed to the area to apprehend the perpetrators.

Increased security measures are likely to persist in the area in the near term as further attacks are possible. Security forces may erect additional checkpoints or in the case of further violence, enforce a curfew or other security restrictive measures.

Context

The local security environment is regularly negatively impacted by armed banditry and cattle rustling. Tensions are also often linked to competition over resources, including water and grazing pastures. Security forces are generally able to prevent localized violence from escalating into widespread violence.

Advice

Consider avoiding nonessential travel to the affected area until the situation has stabilized. If travel is necessary, liaise with trusted contacts and local government officials. Avoid travel after dark. Heed the directives of security forces. Maintain contact with diplomatic representations.