Kisumu residents on Tuesday, May 9 took to the streets after police officers shot three people in Jua Kali, Kamas area.
The chaos erupted when the police fired live bullets after their attempt to stop a PSV vehicle that bypassed a roadblock failed.
Among the three that were shot was a lady who was later confirmed dead after being rushed to the Aga Khan Hospital in Kisumu. The deceased was reportedly shot in the head while on a motorbike.
The other two victims were taken to the Kisumu County Hospital for treatment.
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As a result, Kisumu residents stormed the Kisumu Central Police Station to condemn the shooting saying they won’t allow the police to use live bullets recklessly.
The residents destroyed windows but their attempt to torch a police car was thwarted after police officers lobbed teargas canisters to disperse the irate crowd.
Kisumu County police Commander Alphose Wambua stated that they are investigating the incident and would give more details later. He also said that they have released some PSV vehicles that were held at the station.
