- A Nakuru businessman was shot and killed while his wife was injured by suspected robbers outside their house in Pipeline Street
- The incident sparked angry protests from residents who complained of insecurity and blamed the police and local officials for failing to take action
- Police have promised
When the sun drowned on the street Pipeline LA Nakuru On Wednesday, May 21, the quiet evening turned out to be sad when a prominent businessman was killed by shooting by suspected robbers.
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The attack happened around 2pm at night, in front of his house, causing his wife to be injured.
The event caused a great deal of shock in the street and introduced The procession After the angry residents take steps to abuse security in the area.
The businessman, known as Jackson Mwangi Macharia, was attacked as he closed his business along the road he had been running for several years in front of his plot.
According to witnesses, two attackers with guns and swords attacked the two as they completed the day’s activities.
“His wife was forced to make money to calm the criminals, but to Luck Worse they shot them – they killed him instantly and injured his wife in his hand, ” Said one resident.
Lilian Chebai, a resident of Joyland Street in the neighborhood, said in TUKO.co.ke that crime in the area has been increasing, and despite repeated requests to security agencies, no effective measures have been taken.
“He was attacked and ordered to make money. He did not oppose it. He turned around and gave them money, but they shot him on his back.”He said.
Pipeline Nakuru residents protesting to complain of insecurity
Residents have suspected that part of the cause of the attack are tall trees covering the local highway, which they claim are hiding places for criminals waiting to attack unexpected residents.
The killings led to great public outrage, and angry residents to close the road and demand justice to be kept.
Police struggled to calm the situation as residents wondered how armed people could do the act without being punished.
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“How does the average person have the ability to shoot a person at two o’clock at night and then be stopped? We want the answers!” Said one of the protesters in front of the police.
Police have promised that the investigation into the killings is ongoing and that all those involved will be facing the law violently.
Regarding security concerns, police officers have also pledged to increase patrols to prevent such attacks from happening again.
Teresia Nyambura, another resident, said in TUKO.co.ke that security in the area has worsened this year, with criminals traveling by motorcycle cheating openly even in the afternoon.
“Two weeks ago, someone was bitten by a sword near AIC Hospital. We reported but nothing happened. My neighbor was attacked on the way from work. These incidents are getting worse,He complained.
Peter Kimani, another worried resident, noted the absence of local lights as the main cause of poor security and called on the Nakuru County government to act quickly.
“Lack of security lights makes it easier for criminals to carry out their actions. The county government must act quickly to save more lives,” He said.
Businessman Migori was killed by shooting as he closed the shop
In another report reported by TUKO.co.ke, Migori businessman, Zachary Otieno Mogaka, was killed by shooting outside his shop on Tuesday evening, March 4.
The 50 -year -old was attacked at 11:40 pm near the hospital Pastor Machage in the Suna Suna County, as soon as he closes his business for the day.
According to West Suna Police Commander, Chrispine Ogutu Mong’ina, the deceased received four bullets on the arm and chest, and died instantly.
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