One killed, six injured after a grenade attack in Wajir town

Wajir, Kenya (KON)- One person was on Monday night killed and six injured in a grenade attack at a food kiosk in Wajir town.
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One killed, six injured after a grenade attack in Wajir town

A man hurled the explosive devise into the food joint as customers were enjoying their food. The man later escaped on foot. Police said no arrest has been made so far and they are yet to know the motive of the attack.

North Eastern regional police commander Patrick Lumumba said the injured were rushed to the local hospital where they are receiving treatment. â??We are yet to make an arrest and know the motive of the incident.

Wajir is a town in the North Eastern Province of Kenya. It is the capital of Wajir County.

The attack is the latest in a series that have occurred in the area over the last years claiming dozens of lives. The attacks have been persistent with various issues being cited as cause. The issues include sympathisers of Al-Shabaab and business rivalry.

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