A police officer is recovering after he accidentally shot himself during a confrontation with a suspected criminal in Nairobi.
According to police, the incident occurred shortly after midnight on April 26, 2026 in Kariobangi.
The officer, who was part of an undercover team on routine patrol, sustained a gunshot wound to the right thigh after his Jericho pistol discharged during a struggle.
The officers had reportedly encountered a gang armed with crude weapons in a dark alley within the Darfur area. They pursued the group and managed to apprehend one suspect.
However, as they attempted to restrain him, he became violent and resisted arrest, leading to a struggle.
During the confrontation, one round was accidentally discharged, injuring the officer. In the ensuing confusion and before reinforcement arrived, the suspect managed to escape.
The injured officer was first taken to Mama Margaret Uhuru Hospital for first aid before being referred to Reale Hospital, where he is currently admitted in stable condition.
Police have launched a search for the escaped suspect and investigations into the incident are ongoing.
And a motorcycle rider is recovering after being shot and robbed by armed attackers in a brazen daylight incident spanning parts of Meru County and Isiolo County.
According to police, the incident occurred on April 25, 2026, at around 12:00 p.m. The victim had just delivered a passenger in Kubusera sub-location within Kinna Police Station area, Garbatula Sub-County, and was heading back to Kiutine when he was ambushed.
Police said four armed men, believed to be carrying rifles, flagged down the rider along the road.
When he attempted to comply, the attackers opened fire, shooting him in the right leg. The bullet reportedly exited through the left side.
The assailants then made away with the victim’s motorcycle and mobile phone before fleeing the scene.
The injured rider was rushed to Nyambene Level Four Hospital, where he is receiving treatment and is reported to be in stable condition.
Authorities have launched investigations into the incident and are pursuing leads to identify and apprehend the suspects.
