Coast police boss issues 'shoot-to-kill' warning to criminals

Coast Regional Police Commander Ali Nuno has warned criminals operating in the coastal region that police will not hesitate to use firearms where the law allows...

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Coast Regional Police Commander Ali Nuno has issued a "shoot-to-kill" warning to criminals in the coastal region of Kenya, stating that officers will use firearms against violent suspects who threaten the public. This stern warning comes amidst concerns over rising crime in the area.

Commander Nuno stated that criminals have two options: "Desist and accept salvation, or move out of the entire coastal region."
Officers have been instructed to "use their firearms lawfully" against suspects, particularly those carrying weapons like a machete.
Nuno referenced past operations in Likoni where two suspects were fatally shot, which he claims helped restore calm.

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