Police in Kirinyaga County shot and killed a suspected notorious criminal linked to a series of robbery incidents in the region. The suspect was fatally injured on May 1, 2026, following a confrontation with officers in Mwea East Subcounty.
According to police reports, the suspect was believed to be part of a gang that had been terrorizing residents in the area. The officers recovered a firearm and ammunition from the scene.
Authorities have not released the name of the suspect pending notification of next of kin. An investigation into the incident is ongoing.
