Kenya Power has issued a statement following the tragic shooting of a security guard outside Stima Plaza during protests on Wednesday, June 25.
In a statement, the company said the guard, identified as Fred Wamale Wanyonyi, was shot outside the building at 4:30 PM.
"We are deeply saddened to report that Mr. Fred Wamale Wanyonyi, a security guard stationed at our Stima Plaza headquarters, was fatally shot at the entrance of the building at 4:30 pm this evening during the ongoing protests," the company said.
According to Kenya Power, Wanyonyi was immediately rushed to Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
"Mr. Wamale, an employee of Hatari Security, was on duty at the Kolobot Road entrance when the incident occurred. He was rushed to Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, where he was pronounced dead on arrival," the statement continued.
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While the exact circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, Kenya Power said it's working with relevant authorities to conduct an investigation.
"We regret the unfortunate death of Mr. Wamale and are working with the relevant investigative organs to unearth the circumstances under which the incident occurred. Our heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time," the company stated.
Earlier, a female police officer was injured as anti-government protests intensified in Nairobi CBD.
According to footage seen by Nairobileo.co.ke, the officer was part of a contingent of riot police attempting to retreat to their vehicles amid a surge of aggressive protesters.
As the group pulled back, the female officer found herself isolated and in the path of the advancing crowd.
The situation escalated quickly when the officer, in an apparent attempt to evade the protesters, tripped and fell after reportedly being struck by one of them.
While on the ground, another protester was captured on video assaulting her with what appeared to be a stone, while others stomped on her before fleeing the scene.
