On March 23, 2025, a devastating attack struck Garissa County, Kenya, where suspected Al-Shabaab militants targeted a National Police Reservist camp in Biyamadhow, Fafi Sub-county. The attack occurred in the early hours of the morning and resulted in the tragic loss of six lives, leaving four others injured.
Eyewitnesses described the assault as highly organized, with the attackers utilizing a variety of weapons to overrun the camp. Following the incident, local authorities, supported by a multi-agency security team, including the Anti-Terrorism Police Unit (ATPU), launched an extensive investigation and escalated security measures in the region to prevent further incidents.
This tragic event has brought renewed attention to the dangers posed by the Al-Shabaab militant group, which has been active in East Africa for years. The group frequently targets regions near the Kenya-Somalia border, undermining peace and security in the area.
Just days before this incident, the U.S. Embassy in Kenya had issued a travel advisory warning against visiting areas near the Kenya-Somalia border, highlighting the risks of terrorism and kidnapping. The advisory served as a stark reminder of the ongoing challenges in combating extremist groups.
The attack underscores the urgent need for continued vigilance, collaboration, like other nations in the region, faces the difficult task of protecting its citizens while fostering stability in vulnerable border areas.
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