Guard killed, another hospitalised in Kisumu robbery incident

Security Guard Killed, Colleague Injured in Brazen Kisumu Robbery
A private security guard was killed and another seriously injured during a violent robbery at a commercial premises in Kisumu’s Milimani area. The incident, which occurred late Sunday, has intensified concerns over the rising threat to security personnel and the audacity of criminal gangs operating within the city.
According to police reports, a group of armed assailants stormed the compound, targeting the guards on duty. The attackers, who were armed with crude weapons, overpowered the two guards, fatally stabbing one and leaving the other with severe injuries. The injured guard was rushed to a nearby hospital and is reported to be in stable condition. The robbers made off with an undisclosed amount of property before fleeing the scene.
The killing has sent shockwaves through the local security sector and the wider business community. Colleagues of the deceased described him as a dedicated and diligent officer, whose death highlights the extreme dangers faced by those in the private security industry. He was just doing his job, protecting property, and now he is gone. This is a devastating loss, stated a representative from the security firm.
Police have launched a manhunt for the perpetrators, with investigators combing the area for CCTV footage and potential witnesses. The incident has prompted calls from local leaders for enhanced security measures, including more patrols in commercial zones and better protection for guards often stationed as first-line defenders against crime. As Kisumu grapples with this latest act of violence, the murder underscores the urgent need for a more robust and effective strategy to combat the wave of armed robberies plaguing the county.