A police officer was killed in a bow-and-arrow attack at the Kenyan president's residence in Nairobi. The attacker, a 56-year-old man, shot PC Ramadhan Matanka in the ribs at State House gate. Matanka died in hospital. The attacker, disguised as a homeless person, was arrested. He will appear in court. Police are investigating the motive. The incident raises questions about security at the heavily guarded State House. Police spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga condemned the attack and praised officers for their quick response. (Updated 14 Oct 2025, 13:43 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- A police officer was killed in a bow-and-arrow attack at the Kenyan president's residence in Nairobi
- The attacker, a 56-year-old man, shot PC Ramadhan Matanka in the ribs at State House gate
- Matanka died in hospital