Measures upped to curb terrorism

Lodge management and landlords in the county have been urged to maintain copies of identification documents and photos of their guests to curb possible threats of terror attacks.

And communities neighbouring Wajir, Garissa and Mandera counties have been cautioned to be alert and report any suspicious persons to police without delay.

Speaking at a baraza held at Hola town with chiefs and residents on Sunday, the assistant county commissioner Wilson Tangus also asked residents to report to authorities any suspicious persons taking video footage and photographs of installations.

AWKWARD CONDUCT

“Let all people be responsible for their security and make sure you report strangers with awkward conduct to us,” he said.

A counter-terrorism memo from the The Ministry of Interior and Coordination which was availed to the press indicated areas such as Garissa, Tana River, Wajir and Mandera must be vigilant to prevent frequent terror attacks.

Meanwhile, Tana River OCPD Sylvester Githungo yesterday said security forces are alert and peace has been restored.

Speaking to The Standard, Mr Githungo said police officers are patrolling all worshiping venues and estates within Hola town.