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Hundreds flee after attack claims 6 lives in Laikipia

Laikipia East Police Commander James Kithuka and police officers at the enclosure in Nanyuki Police Station where more than 2,000 head of cattle are being confined after being driven out of private ranches in Laikipia County. Photo: Kibata Kihu/Standard

Tension remains high at Matwiku in Laikipia County following Wednesday's attack by bandits that left six police officers dead.

Thursday, local families began fleeing the region fearing for their lives. Most of them have since relocated to Kinamba.

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