Police chief summons priests after armed gangs target parishes

Kisumu Central police boss Mutune Maweu and other security officers inspect electronics that were recovered from a house rented by robbery suspects in Kisumu yesterday. At least seven parishes have been broken into, and cash and other valuables stolen by armed gangs. [Harold Odhiambo, Standard]

The police are investigating a spate robberies targeting Catholic parishes, and claim religious leaders could be involved.

At least seven parishes have been broken into, and cash and other valuables stolen by armed gangs.