NAROK COUNTY, Kenya, Nov 27 – The Angata Barrikoi deadly clashes have claimed a third life, deepening fear and tension in Transmara. The violence erupted after a failed cattle rustling attempt and quickly escalated into revenge attacks between two communities.
Third Fatality in Angata Barrikoi Deadly Clashes
A man was shot dead on November 25 in Kapkures village, Oldonyorok, as he and a group attempted to cross into another village for retaliation. His death became the third fatality in the ongoing Angata Barrikoi deadly clashes.
Angry villagers confronted police at the scene. They accused the officers of blocking them from retaliating and failing to protect them. During the confrontation, villagers stoned a police vehicle. Officers fired in the air and retrieved the body.
Police identified the victim as Phillip Yegon, 41. He had a gunshot wound to the neck, a deep panga cut on the hip and injuries on his fingers.
Two Earlier Victims Found Burnt After Cattle Rustling Attempt
Two other victims, Wesley Kiprotich and Bernard Kimeto, were found on November 23 in a burnt sugar plantation after gunfire erupted in the Gethuro area. Their bodies had gunshot wounds and were partially burnt. Police believe they belonged to a group involved in an attempted livestock theft.
More than 17 acres of the plantation burned during the violence.
Heavy Police Presence as Tensions Rise
Tension remained high on Thursday. Police increased patrols and deployed more officers to prevent further attacks. The government also reinforced the Anti-Stock Theft Unit (ASTU) in the region.
Local leaders say cattle rustling has fueled long-running conflict in the area. Some residents have armed themselves with guns and pangas for protection, raising the risk of more violence.
For background on cattle rustling in Kenya, see reports from the
– National Police Service
– Kenya Human Rights Commission
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