Suspected militants believed to be affiliated with the Al-Shabaab group carried out a deadly attack on Tuesday in Lamu County, resulting in the deaths of two individuals and the destruction of two vehicles.
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According to eyewitnesses, approximately ten assailants ambushed a vehicle transporting alcohol from Mombasa to Lamu, forcing the driver and their assistant out before fatally shooting them.
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Responding to the gunfire, officers from the Milhoi camp engaged the attackers in a prolonged exchange of fire lasting about an hour before the militants fled into the nearby forest.
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Security forces have launched a significant operation in the area to apprehend the perpetrators.
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