KDF soldiers kill one Al-Shabaab militant in Lamu

The Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) troops on Wednesday killed one Al-Shabaab militant and injured several others in Milimani, Lamu County.

The troops, who are part of Operation Amani Boni, were reportedly on patrol when they encountered a terrorist cell on the Milimani-Baure main supply route.

One AK47 rifle and three magazines were recovered from the scene, while the soldiers are presently on the hunt for the militants who fled with bullet wounds.

“No injuries were recorded on KDF troops during the encounter,” read a statement to newsrooms.

“KDF troops alongside other security agencies under Operation Amani Boni, remains committed to pacifying the area and degrade the Al Shabaab terrorists.”