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Fake IED found in mosque compound, spreading fear among Mogotio residents

This bomb-like object was discovered at the Jamia Mosque compound in Mogotio, Baringo County. (Photo: Courtesy)

Baringo, Kenya: Fear gripped Mogotio town in Baringo County after what looked like an improvised explosive device (IED) was found at the Jamia Mosque compound.

The bomb-like object was taken to Mogotio police station as hundreds of curious residents milled around the mosque compound.

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