Two people killed, 3 injured as bandits attack livestock lorry on Samburu–Isiolo route

The incident occurred at around 5:30pm as communities from Isiolo and Samburu were engaged in their usual Thursday market activities in Wamba Sub-County.

The lorry was ferrying livestock from Lolkuniyiani Market, located between Sapashe and Lerata in Samburu County, when it was ambushed by unknown assailants along the route to Isiolo.

During the attack, the bandits shot at the vehicle, killing two occupants on the spot and injuring three others. The attackers made away with twelve head of cattle before fleeing the scene.

Isiolo Governor Abdi Ibrahim Guyo condemned the attack and called on security agencies to act swiftly to bring the perpetrators to justice.

“We strongly urge the Samburu County security team, working closely with all relevant national security agencies, to expedite investigations, pursue the perpetrators and take decisive action to restore safety and security along the affected routes and market areas,” the governor said in a statement.

Governor Guyo also conveyed his condolences to the families of the deceased and wished the injured a quick recovery.

“On behalf of the County Government and the people of Isiolo, we extend our deepest condolences to the families, relatives and friends of those who lost their lives. We stand in solidarity with them during this difficult time and pray for the speedy and full recovery of the injured,” he said.