A shocking incident occurred on Tuesday in Emali, Makueni County, when a 35-year-old man attacked a police officer and snatched his firearm.
The officer, along with his colleague, was guarding Kwitu DT Sacco when the attack took place.
The assailant, who had concealed a panga in his trousers, crept up to the officer and struck him on the forehead, inflicting a deep cut.
The attacker then seized the officer’s AK47 rifle, which was loaded with 30 rounds of ammunition, and began firing shots to scare off the public as he fled the scene.
The officer’s colleague was left helpless as the attacker made his escape.
Thanks to the swift response of the police and the public, the suspect was pursued and eventually cornered.
However, the firearm jammed, and the suspect was unable to unlock it.
The locals and police were able to overpower him, but in a tragic turn of events, the mob stoned the suspect to death.
The authorities were left to pick up the pieces and try to make sense of the chaotic scene.
The authorities were able to recover the AK47 rifle with 23 rounds of ammunition, as well as the panga used in the attack.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers faced by law enforcement officers in the line of duty.
The attack highlights the need for increased security measures to protect officers and prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.
The incident is currently under investigation, and authorities are working to determine the motives behind the attack.
The officer who was attacked is receiving medical attention for his injuries.
The community is left to mourn the loss of life and grapple with the consequences of the tragic event.
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