Terrorists Bomb CBD in Kenyan Town; Casualties Reported.
Terrorists Bomb CBD in Kenyan Town; Casualties Reported: A suspected terrorist attack was reported on Monday, April 29, at Elwak Town in Mandera County which led to multiple people sustaining severe injuries.
Reports indicated that the Improvised Explosive Device (IED) was planted in the town’s Central Business District
Businesses in the area including banks announced the closure of operations as security officers commenced investigations into the matter and track down the perpetrators.
The Bank stated,”We regret to inform you, that our Elwak Branch, Mandera County will remain closed today following an explosion in Elwak Town. We confirm that our branch and the staff in Elwak are safe.”
It is reported that there was gun fire between police officers stationed in the area and suspected Al Shabaab terrorists.
Security officers are however, yet to confirm the exact number of deaths that resulted from the bomb blast.
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