At least six suspected members of the al Shabaab terror group were killed in an ambush by security forces in the Kumba area of Lamu County on Wednesday. The Kenya Defence Forces, part of a multi-agency team operating in the area, staged the ambush, resulting in the death of six terrorists. During the ambush, significant logistical supplies were also confiscated.
The scene of the ambush falls within the expansive Boni Forest, where terrorists hide as they plan attacks on the Kenyan side. Although some of the terrorists managed to escape, the operation is ongoing. The public is advised to remain vigilant as the operation may lead to increased activity from the group, particularly as the number of injured terrorists is reported to be high.
