A Kenyan police officer stationed at one of the gates of the president’s official residence in Nairobi has died after being shot with an arrow, officials have said.
Police reported that on Monday morning, a 56-year-old man armed with a bow and arrows approached officers at the State House gate and was ordered to surrender. Instead, he moved forward and shot PC Ramadhan Matanka in the ribs.
The officer was rushed to hospital but died while undergoing treatment, according to a police statement.
The incident has raised questions about possible security lapses, as State House is considered one of Kenya’s most secure locations.
PC Matanka’s body has been moved to a mortuary, and a post-mortem is expected to be conducted.
An investigation is under way to establish the motive behind the attack.
Local media report that the slain officer had been among those screening vehicles entering State House.
The alleged attacker, who reportedly disguised himself as a homeless man carrying a sack to conceal the weapons, was detained after the assault.
Video footage published by Kenyan television channel NTV on Monday showed a handcuffed man with visible injuries in a police vehicle, reportedly being taken to hospital for treatment.
The suspect is expected to appear in court later on Tuesday, according to local reports.
“The National Police Service condemns this heinous act and commends the officers for their swift response, which prevented further harm,” police spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said.
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