Lamu: 3 KDF Officers Killed, 7 Injured in IED Explosion
- Lamu East Deputy County Commissioner George Kubai confirmed the exact location where a KDF vehicle ran over an IED, leading to the deaths of three officers
- The authorities confirmed their next action following the deadly attack that also left several officers hospitalised
- A section of Kenyans has mourned the deceased officers, offering condolences to the bereaved families
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Nancy Odindo, a TUKO.co.ke journalist, has over four years of experience covering Kenyan politics, news, and features for digital and print media.
The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) is mourning the loss of three soldiers who were killed on Tuesday, July 15, following an improvised explosive device (IED) attack in Lamu county.
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The explosion occurred in the Badaah area along the Kiunga-Sankuri Road as the soldiers were returning from transporting fellow officers to Sankuri.
How did KDF officers die in Lamu?
The vehicle ran over the IED, leaving the families of the deceased grappling with unexpected loss and grief.
According to Citizen Digital, Lamu East Deputy County Commissioner George Kubai confirmed that seven other officers sustained injuries in the incident.
The injured soldiers were rushed to Kiunga Hospital for urgent medical attention.
Following the deadly blast, security agencies launched a major operation to track down those behind the attack.
Local reports suggested growing concern over increased terrorist activity in the region.
The incident comes just days after another IED attack in Mandera, near the Kenya-Somalia border, where seven police officers were injured.
The officers were on routine patrol from Bambo to Mandera town when their vehicle ran over an explosive between Aresa and Khalalio, a few kilometres from the Mandera Police Station.
Kenyans mourn KDF officers killed in Lamu attack
Favour Hezron Maonga
"May their souls rest in peace. God, we need you more."
Zarooz Dredo
"If it were not for our army, these terrorists would have entered our country and killed us all. R.I.P."
Ken Wetende
"Rest easy, comrades and quick recovery for those injured."
Kisindai Vincent
"Kenyans, let's spare our thoughts for our KDF soldiers. God, may you keep them for us. They're human beings who put their lives on the line for us to be safe."
Jeremiah Simba
"When soldiers die, especially in such a sorry state, it hits hard, man. We love our soldiers because they are the only people who are disciplined and ready to protect us. RIP soldiers."
Bernard Koech
"RIP... government should take responsibility, especially in hostile areas, whereby they should be equipped with armoured vehicles."
Mwaura Valentine
"Sad to our armed forces... Quick recovery to the injured and peace to the bereaved families."
2 brothers die in Nyamira accident
Elsewhere, a tragic road accident in Nyamira county claimed the lives of two brothers who were travelling with their wives, along with several other victims.
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The incident occurred when a lorry transporting timber reportedly lost its brakes and rammed into a stationary vehicle parked by the roadside.
The brothers had stopped briefly as their wives visited a nearby shop to buy food. Both men died on the spot, while their wives and a neighbour, who was also present, escaped unhurt.
The two victims were the only sons in their family, adding to the heartbreak as their deaths came as a devastating blow to their loved ones.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
