A 26-year-old man named Sharmerka Abdi was stabbed in Nairobi’s Eastleigh area in what police suspect to be a love triangle dispute.
The incident occurred on Thursday, and Abdi sustained serious injuries to his neck and head. He was rushed to Care Hospital and is currently in stable condition.
The primary suspect, who is known to the victim, has been arrested and is in custody awaiting formal charges. Police are also searching for other suspects involved in the altercation.
It’s a troubling situation, and I hope Abdi recovers quickly. If you have any other questions or need more information, feel free to ask.
The police say there is a tendency for clan elders to interfere in cases and try to settle them out of court.
The police say this encourages impunity and does not respect the rule of law.
Police say they are investigating a new wave of attacks and counter-attacks by gangs in the area in Somali clan and tribal disputes.
Up to six incidents have been reported in Eastleigh in recent weeks, with clan-based gangs attacking perceived enemies.
Most of those involved in the fighting are from Somalia, police say.
Victims have been left with life-threatening injuries amid calls for action to stop the trend and bring those responsible to justice.
A team of detectives is combing the area to track down those behind the attacks, police said.
Police say they are also investigating the immigration status of those involved in the fights, amid complaints that some are attacking their targets and fleeing to their country.
