The victim was killed in Bula Mzuri village under circumstances that have shocked residents and sparked growing calls for justice and improved security in the area.

According to local residents, the attack happened openly during the day, intensifying fears over rising violent crime in the region.

“He was stabbed in broad daylight, and that is what has left everyone in complete shock. We cannot understand how such a violent act could happen so openly in the middle of the day,” one resident said.

Family members alleged that the suspect is a known gang member who has long terrorized Bula Mzuri village and nearby areas. They expressed frustration that, despite providing authorities with the suspect’s name, no arrest had been made three days after the killing.

“It’s really disappointing to know that for the last three days nothing has been done while we already provided the suspect’s name. He is a known criminal in the area,” a family member said.

Relatives and members of the wider community described the victim as a respectful and hardworking young man who maintained strong ties with his family and community despite living abroad.

“We are here demanding justice for him. The entire family is here, the entire community is here. He was a great kid, a role model for his siblings, and an amazing person,” another family member said.

The family is now urging authorities in Garissa County to move swiftly to arrest the suspect and ensure justice is served.

As of the time of publication, Kenyan security agencies had not publicly commented on the case, and the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi had also not issued a statement regarding the killing.

Garissa County has for years faced concerns over organized youth gangs and violent crime. Reports by the National Crime Research Centre have previously identified the region as vulnerable to gang-related criminal activity.

Local gangs, including groups known as Squad Chafu and Gaza Family, have been linked to robberies, extortion, assaults, and violent attacks targeting residents and businesses in parts of northeastern Kenya.

Authorities have periodically launched crackdowns against gang networks in the region, but residents continue to complain about insecurity and delayed responses to violent crimes.

The killing has renewed concerns among residents over public safety and the need for stronger law enforcement presence in Garissa and surrounding communities.

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Kenyan security officials said the disruption was triggered by unrest linked to clashes between pastoralists and farmers, which has since escalated into an ethnic conflict.

Hundreds of travellers remained stranded for a second day on Wednesday as the disruption to transport continued, according to affected passengers and local residents.

The latest violence began on Tuesday afternoon following the killing of a 16-year-old boy in the Nguni area. The motive for the killing was not immediately clear.

Residents gathered along the highway and attacked vehicles, forcing several motorists to seek refuge at nearby police stations.

Police officers were deployed to escort vehicles through the affected stretch. However, by Wednesday, the situation remained tense, with many road users opting to park their vehicles for fear of further attacks.

Most shops in the affected area and in Mwingi town remained closed as residents reported widespread fear of renewed violence.

Kenyan police said on Wednesday that additional security personnel had been deployed to help restore order.

Police spokesperson Michael Muchiri linked the violence to an escalating cycle of revenge attacks involving members of the Kamba and Somali communities.

According to the National Police Service, the violence dates back to 29 March 2026, when a 44-year-old Kamba herdsman was killed near the Mwingi Game Reserve.

Police described the killings as “senseless and needless,” warning that the cycle of retaliatory attacks must stop immediately. Authorities said investigations into all the incidents would be conducted thoroughly to ensure those responsible are brought to justice.

Local residents linked the latest killing to a similar incident on Saturday in the Kwa Kamari area that left seven villagers dead.

During the protests, demonstrators stoned vehicles and used boulders to block the highway for several hours. Police responded by firing tear gas and rubber bullets to disperse the crowd.

Tensions remained high on Wednesday as police continued efforts to clear the road and restore the free flow of traffic.

Police said investigations into the killing of the teenager are ongoing.

The unrest comes amid rising tensions along the highway since Sunday following the killing of seven people.

Authorities have called for restraint and urged community leaders to promote peace and reconciliation.

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