A Kenya Power meter reader was brutally attacked and seriously injured while on duty in Isiolo County on Thursday, April 9. The employee was subsequently airlifted to Nairobi for specialized medical treatment.

• The attack highlights the risks faced by utility workers, with Kenya Power stating such incidents are "unacceptable" and "undermine service delivery."
• Kenya Power, the company employing the injured officer, condemned the assault and is cooperating with ongoing investigations.
• Previous attacks on utility staff often occur during the disconnection of illegal electricity connections or the enforcement of unpaid bills, with past incidents leading to significant penalties.