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Westgate Mall attack triggers debate on private guns

Licensed gun owners help rescue hostages and track down terrorists in Westgate Mall when it was attacked. [File Picture]

BY PROTUS ONYANGO

The Westgate mall attack — in which terrorists hurled grenades and shot down civilians before staging a bloodcurdling hostage situation — has renewed debate on whether private security guards and citizens should carry arms.

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