Man Stabs 3 Police Officers While Resisting Arrest
The incident occurred in the Joyland area of Makutano town after members of the public alerted Makutano Police Station about a man who was creating a disturbance and chasing people while armed with a knife..
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Three police officers in Makutano, West Pokot County, were injured on Wednesday, January 21, after a man wielding a knife attacked them while resisting arrest. Officers responded to reports of a man causing a commotion and threatening residents with a knife in the Joyland area of Makutano town.
- Three officers were injured during the incident, with two already discharged and one remaining hospitalized in stable condition at Kapenguria Referral Hospital.
- The attack occurred after residents alerted officers from Makutano Police Station about the suspect.
- The suspect was apprehended and is currently in custody, facing potential charges that could include a fine of up to Ksh1 million or up to 10 years imprisonment under Section 103 of the National Police Service Act for attacking or resisting an officer.
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