Tragedy as suspected tusk trafficker shot dead in scuffle in Nyeri

 

(Posted 21st May 2026)

 

Courtesy of African Elephant News

Cyrus Ombati, The Star (Kenya), May 19, 2026
There was drama and tragedy when a suspected elephant tusk trafficker was shot dead during an undercover operation by officers from the Kenya Wildlife Service in Nyeri County. According to police, the incident occurred at Babito area within Kieni West Subcounty during a covert operation involving Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) officers from the Aberdare National Park headquarters.
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