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Police arrest 67 youths in Western during Saba Saba protests

Anti riot police clear the road in Kitengela during Saba Saba protests, on July 7, 2025. [Collins Oduor, Standard]

Police officers in the Western region have arrested 67 youths from Kakamega and Bungoma counties over claims of attempting to loot seven supermarkets during Saba Saba anniversary protests

Speaking in Kakamega town, Western Regional Police Commander Isaa Mohamud said 50 youths were arrested in Maraba, Jua Kali, Amalemba, and Joyland estates in the county.

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