Spear-wielding man kills GSU officer guarding State House
The incident happened outside Gate D -- an entrance commonly used by members of the public invited to State events at the complex. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
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A General Service Unit (GSU) officer guarding State House, Nairobi, was killed on Monday morning by a 56-year-old man armed with a spear. The assailant, who claimed he was "sent by satan," attacked the officer at Gate D before being subdued and arrested.
- The incident occurred around 11 am while officers conducted routine vehicle checks.
- The assailant hid a spear in a sack, posing as a street dweller, and speared the officer in the chest.
- The officer was pronounced dead at Kenyatta National Hospital due to significant blood loss.
- President William Ruto was inside State House preparing to leave for an engagement in Konza City, Machakos County, prompting heightened security.
- Detectives from multiple security agencies, including DCI Kilimani, are investigating the motive, including the suspect's mental state and potential connections.
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GSU Officer Killed in Spear Attack at State House, Nairobi - October 2025
A General Service Unit (GSU) officer guarding State House in Nairobi was killed on Monday, October 13, after being attacked by a civilian. The attack occurred at Gate D while President William Ruto was reportedly on the premises, prompting a security lockdown. The assailant, who was posing as a street family member, used a spear hidden in a sack to fatally attack the officer. A 56-year-old man was subdued and arrested, with reports indicating he claimed he was "sent by satan." Following the incident, police have launched a probe into the security lapse.
