In a shocking incident on June 10th, armed bandits posing as police officers ambushed a group of women near a river in Wangwaci, Laikipia County, making away with 60 cows and 100 sheep. The attack has sparked an ongoing battle between the local community and the criminals as residents fight to reclaim their stolen livestock.
According to reports, the bandits, dressed in police uniforms, deceived the unsuspecting women before launching their raid. The livestock theft has heightened tensions in the region, which has witnessed recurrent banditry attacks in recent years. Residents, determined to recover their animals, have mobilized in large numbers, engaging in fierce confrontations with the criminals.
Security forces have been alerted to the situation, but locals insist that more needs to be done to curb the rising insecurity in Laikipia County. The region has been a hotspot for banditry, with previous incidents involving heavily armed raiders targeting villages and ranches.
As the fight continues, community leaders are calling for urgent intervention from authorities to restore peace and ensure the safety of residents. The incident has reignited discussions on the need for stronger security measures and better protection for pastoralist communities vulnerable to such attacks.
Authorities have yet to confirm the number of livestock recovered, but efforts remain underway to track down the culprits and bring them to justice. Residents remain hopeful that their livestock will be returned and that lasting solutions will be implemented to prevent future attacks.
