Four Al Shabaab terrorists killed in Garissa
Al Shabaab has increased its activity in Garissa and other counties in north eastern Kenya in recent months
Four Al Shabaab terrorists were fatally shot on Monday during an exchange of fire with officers from the elite Special Operations Group (SOG) who raided their hideouts in the Najo and Guracho areas of Garissa County.
“Upon storming the den, a fierce exchange of fire ensued, overwhelming the Al-Shabaab terrorists. This resulted in four terrorists being fatally shot and the recovery of four AK-47 rifles, one PKM machine gun, assorted ammunition, and communication radios, among other items. This successful operation marks yet another major victory in a series of well-coordinated efforts that continue to cripple Al-Shabaab’s activities,” the National Police Service (NPS) said in a statement.
“The National Police Service, working collaboratively with other security agencies and local communities, remains steadfast in its commitment to serving and protecting Kenyans, residents, and visitors.”
Al Shabaab has increased its activity in Garissa and other counties in north eastern Kenya in recent months targeting both
civilians and security officers.
On May 8, the SCO neutralised an Al-Shabaab terrorist while responding to the reports by locals of militants attempting to plant improved explosive devices (IEDs) along the Dadaab-Hagadera Road targeting civilians and security vehicles.
Others escaped with injuries and one was arrested.
In March, six police officers were killed while four were injured in an attack on a police camp by suspected Al Shabaab militants also in Garissa county.
