This archive report was first published on 8 November 2019.
On Friday morning, a gang ambushed and killed two police officers in Nairobi's Kayole estate, leaving the community shaken.
The two corporals, attached to Obama Police Station, were patrolling the Mwengenye area at around 4am when they were attacked near the Saika-Kayole bridge.
According to Nairobi police boss Philip Ndolo, one of the officers was shot in the head and his colleague in the neck.
The attackers stole two firearms, including an AK47 loaded with 30 rounds of ammunition and a Jericho pistol, as well as mobile phones and other personal items from the officers.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident and are pursuing the gunmen.
November 8, 2019
