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Police in Maralal arrested a 20-year-old man who, along with an accomplice, robbed a shop of Ksh50,000 and shot a cashier. The suspect was found with paramilitary clothing and awaits arraignment, while a manhunt continues for his partner.
Maralal, Kenya — 2025-09-18 18:20 EAT. Police in Samburu County have arrested a 20-year-old man accused of staging an armed robbery at a Maralal shop that left a cashier injured and Ksh50,000 stolen.
Robbery details: Two men posed as customers before pulling firearms, including an AK-47, on the cashier.
Injury: Victim sustained a soft-tissue gunshot wound to the left breast after pushing away one attacker’s weapon
Recovery: Police seized the suspect’s green jungle hat, smoke jacket and belt after tracking him to a hideout
Status: One suspect arrested; manhunt ongoing for accomplice.
The attack happened days after five suspects were arrested for a separate robbery in which goods worth Ksh5.4 million were stolen
Police say the incidents highlight a spike in armed crime targeting rural businesses.
Charges expected: Armed robbery, unlawful possession of a firearm, attempted murder.
Mandates: Prosecution by ODPP; investigations under DCI Samburu County.
Next steps: Arraignment in court; accomplice search continues.
DCI Samburu: Urged the public to provide information on the fugitive.
Health officials: Confirmed the victim was treated at Samburu County Referral Hospital and discharged in stable condition【
Local traders: Expressed concern over rising armed robberies in small towns.
Loot: Ksh50,000 stolen cash.
Recovered: Jungle hat, smoke jacket, belt.
Weapon: AK-47 rifle reportedly used in the attack.
Business security: Heightened fear among traders operating after dark.
Law enforcement: Calls for more patrols and faster investigations.
Community safety: Urgency to address rising gun violence in rural towns.
Identity and motive of the second suspect.
Whether the firearm was illegal or stolen.
Links to other regional crime networks.
2025-09-17, 18:00 EAT: Armed robbery in Maralal town.
2025-09-18, Morning: Suspect arrested; items recovered.
2025-09-18, Evening: Police announce manhunt for second suspect.
Court hearing date for the arrested suspect.
Whether police recover the stolen cash and weapon.
Possible policy changes on rural business security.
