Two herders were shot in Laikipia where government security agencies are carrying out operations to flush out heavily armed bandits. Reached for comment, Laikipia North Deputy County Commissioner Evans Nganga said the incident occurred at the border of Laikipia North and Laikipia West. Laikipia West Deputy County Commissioner Samuel Kiarie said he had received reports but noted the incident took place outside his jurisdiction. Rift Valley regional coordinator Wanyama Musiambo earlier defended KDF against claims they were looting from residents of Baringo and Laikipia counties. Read; Laikipia West OCPD shot during operation to flush out armed herdersAlso read: Boinnet shot at by ranch invaders as helicopter took off from Sosian farm

Source: The Star April 20, 2017 09:56 UTC