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A police officer receiving treatment at Kakamega County General Hospital after attack by goons during protests in Iuslu, Kakamega county, on December 4, 2025. [Bernard Lusigi, Standard]
Three people were shot dead by police during protests against the presence of Shanta Gold Limited Company in Isulu, Ikolomani Constituency, Kakamega County.
At least 10 people were injured, including three journalists and three police officers.
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