A student from Maseno University who was a part of the protesters was slain on Monday. The police allegedly shot the student in the neck. Individuals responding to this case have been inquiring why the cops used a live bullet, which resulted in the student's death.
The cops have broken their silence and provided additional information on what happened. According to accounts, the demonstrators were physically occupying the Maseno police station.
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The police were forced to use live ammunition and fire to scatter the mob after it overpowered them. The police stated that contrary to what was being claimed, they did not intend to kill anyone.
They said that scattering the crowd was the primary goal. Regrettably, this resulted in the death of one Maseno University student. What are your thoughts on this information? Do you believe the cops were within their rights to use live ammunition? We appreciate you reading this article. Please let us know your thoughts and worries in the box below.