KDF Officer Attacked, Killed In Kisumu As DCI Launches Investigation
Police are investigating the brutal death of a Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer in Kisumu County’s Seme district.
According to local authorities, the KDF officer and another man were attacked on Saturday morning while they were returning from Asat Beach.
The perpetrators ambushed and attacked the two, hitting them with sharp instruments and causing significant injuries to their heads and arms.
The 46-year-old, stationed at Embakasi barracks, was transported to Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Referral Hospital. When he arrived at the hospital, he died from his injuries.
While the KDF officer died at roughly 4 a.m., the other man survived and is now recovering at the same clinic with significant wounds.
Following his death, the body was moved from JOORH to Kwea Funeral Home for post-mortem examination.
Authorities launch investigation after fatal attack on KDF officer
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Unknown assailants in Seme, Kisumu County, have fatally attacked a Kenya Defence Forces officer, leaving another man seriously injured.
The two were heading home from Asat Beach on Saturday morning when the… pic.twitter.com/MMH3WRjtJ1
Speaking to the press hours after the incident, West Othany Assistant Chief Richard Jaoko revealed that security authorities had initiated an inquiry into the attack.
Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and police officers from Kombewa Police Station went to the crime scene.
Members of the public with information about the incident have been invited to come forward and provide details to help with the continuing investigation.
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The latest incident comes amid a surge in insecurity in several parts of the country, including muggings, robbery with violence and murder cases, particularly during this festive season.
However, the Ministry of Interior on December 17, announced a raft of enhanced security measures to safeguard lives and property as Kenyans.
To ensure the safety of all Kenyans, authorities have activated a coordinated, multi-agency security plan to ensure public safety throughout the season.
The multi-agency approach includes the activation of the National Multi-Agency Command Centre (NMACC), which will oversee surveillance, intelligence sharing, and rapid response operations before, during, and after the festive period.
KDF Officer Attacked, Killed In Kisumu As DCI Launches Investigation
