This archive report was first published on 9 July 2020.
Published on July 9, 2020, suspected Al Shabaab militants launched a dawn attack on Korakora Police Station in Garissa county, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake.
Although no officers were injured in the attack, the militants managed to cause significant damage to the police station and a nearby communication mast.
According to eyewitnesses, more than 20 gunmen staged the attack on the mast before being repulsed by officers manning the site.
Damage to Police Station
Photos from the scene show burnt firearms and extensive damage to the police station.
The North Eastern Region has seen a surge in terror-related incidents, with intelligence reports warning of militants targeting vital installations along the Kenya-Somalia border.
North Eastern regional police boss, Rono Bunei, confirmed that officers are combing the area in pursuit of the attackers.
'No one was injured in the incident, but our officers are working tirelessly to track down the perpetrators,' he said.
Kenyan security agencies have been on high alert following a series of terror attacks in the region, including a foiled attack on Monday where suspected terrorists hijacked a car and kidnapped eight people.
However, swift action by security agencies resulted in the rescue of the eight captives, who were being taken to Somalia via Wajir County.
