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Tragedy Strikes: Explosion at Northern Kenya Police Station Claims 4 Lives

Wajir, Kenya – A tragic incident unfolded near a police station in northern Kenya, resulting in the loss of four lives, including three police officers. The explosion, which rocked the area, shocked the community and raised concerns about security in the region. The incident took place in Wajir, a city known for its past struggles with violence and instability. Local residents and officials were left reeling from the aftermath of the explosion, as the impact …

Explosion at Hotel Near Police Station in Mandera, Kenya Kills Four, Including Officers

Nairobi, Kenya – Tragedy struck the town of Mandera in northeastern Kenya as an explosion at a small hotel near a police station claimed the lives of four individuals, three of whom were officers. The blast, caused by an improvised explosive device, occurred during breakfast time, injuring several others, two critically, who would be airlifted to Nairobi for treatment, stated Mandera police chief Samwel Mutunga. Suspicions point towards the east Africa-based extremist group al-Shabab, known …

Massachusetts Murder Suspect Escapes Police Custody in Kenya, Dashing Hopes for Justice

BOSTON, MA – A man accused of murdering his girlfriend and leaving her body in a car at Boston’s Logan Airport has escaped from police custody in Kenya, authorities announced Thursday. Kevin Adam Kinyanjui Kangethe was awaiting extradition to face a first-degree murder charge in connection with the death of Margaret Mbitu on Oct. 31, 2023. Mbitu’s family expressed their determination to see justice served, stating, “Kevin can run but he cannot hide and we …

Deadly Inferno Erupts in Kenya After Gas Truck Explosion: Multiple Fatalities and Hundreds Injured

NAIROBI, Kenya – A truck carrying gas exploded in the Kenyan capital on Monday, leading to a massive fire that killed several people and injured hundreds. The explosion occurred in the suburb of Kibera, sending a huge fireball into the sky and causing chaos and destruction in the surrounding area. Eyewitnesses reported seeing bodies scattered on the ground and people running in panic as the fire spread rapidly. The explosion and resulting fire also destroyed …

Massive Gas Explosion Caught on Video in Kenya Sends Shockwaves Through Community

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — A video circulating on social media captured a massive gas explosion in Nairobi, Kenya. The explosion occurred in a densely populated area, causing a large ball of fire and a shockwave that shook nearby buildings and homes. The cause of the explosion and any potential casualties or injuries are still being investigated at this time. The video shows a huge explosion followed by billowing smoke and debris scattered across the area. …

Deadly Gas Explosion Leaves Hundreds Injured in Kenya

NAIROBI, Kenya – A gas explosion in Nairobi, Kenya, has resulted in the tragic deaths of at least three people and left hundreds injured. The explosion occurred in a densely populated area of the city, with the impact felt across a wide radius. The explosion occurred at a gas depot in the capital city, causing a massive blast that destroyed nearby buildings and sent shockwaves through the surrounding areas. Emergency response teams rushed to the …

Man from Kenya Charged in Murder of Firewood Delivery Driver in Texas

FORT WORTH, Texas – A Kenyan man has been arrested and detained on murder charges in Fort Worth, Texas, after allegedly killing a man who was delivering firewood to his neighbor. Christantus Omondi, 27, has been charged with murder, aggravated assault on a security officer, and obstruction, and is being held at the Tarrant County Corrections Centre. The incident took place during a particularly cold winter in America’s Midwestern states, with at least 30 people …

NACADA and Kenya Union of Journalists Condemn Violent Incident at Kettle House Bar and Grill Resulting in Injuries to Journalists and Police

NAIROBI, Kenya – The National Authority for the Campaign Against Alcohol and Drug Abuse (NACADA) and the Kenya Union of Journalists (KUJ) have spoken out against the violent incident at Kettle House Bar and Grill, which left journalists and police officers injured. NACADA Chairman Stephen Mairori emphasized that both journalists and law enforcement officers should be able to carry out their duties without fear of violence or intimidation. He condemned the violent response to the …

Inside the World’s Cruelest Prisons: From North Korea’s Camp 14 to the Notorious Kamiti Maximum Security Prison in Kenya

LONDON, UK – The world’s most notorious prisons have gained infamy for their inhumane conditions and the mistreatment of inmates. In the United Kingdom, prisons like Wormwood Scrubs, Durham, and Frankland have been heavily criticized for their poor facilities and treatment of prisoners. With overcrowding and lack of resources, these prisons have faced widespread condemnation. In addition, the UK holds some of the most infamous criminals, including those serving whole-life sentences, such as Rose West …

Jihad Arrest: US Man Inspired by Hamas Attack Arrested in Kenya

LAWRENCEVILLE, New Jersey – Karrem Nasr, a 23-year-old man from New Jersey, was arrested in Kenya earlier this month and brought back to the U.S. to face charges of attempting to provide material support to al-Shabab, a Somalia-based terror group affiliated with al-Qaida. According to federal prosecutors in New York, Nasr was allegedly motivated by the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7 and had expressed a strong desire to join and train with al-Shabab …