Security
Four Ethiopians killed in deadly Turkana border gunfight
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AI SUMMARY
At least four members of the Dassanech militia from Ethiopia were killed during an exchange of gunfire with Kenya’s National Police Reservists in Turkana County.
- At least four members of the Dassanech militia from Ethiopia were killed in an exchange of gunfire with Kenya’s National Police Reservists.
- The incident occurred on Sunday evening, September 27, 2026, at Loyoro in Kibish Sub-County near the Kenya-Ethiopia border.
- The confrontation began at about 6:30 pm when the militia crossed into the area to avenge fatalities from a foiled raid on September 26.
- Kenya’s National Police Reservists overpowered the militia and destroyed shelters they were using among reeds on the water.
- An unknown number of other militia members sustained injuries as they fled the scene, while no casualties were reported on the Turkana side.
- Police have intensified patrols and security along the border amid high tension and fears of potential revenge attacks.
- Local officials are engaging with their Ethiopian counterparts to address ongoing security concerns related to persistent cattle rustling.
- The region is covered by Operation Maliza Uhalifu, a government security initiative targeting banditry and violent crime in northern and Rift Valley regions.
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