In a troubling incident in Fafi Sub-County, Garissa County, an improvised explosive device (IED) detonated, injuring three police officers while they were on a routine patrol. The explosion occurred in the Harbole area, approximately four kilometers from the Cobra 10 General Service Unit (GSU) Fafi Operations Camp. The officers were using a water bowser to fetch water when the vehicle inadvertently ran over a device buried in the ground, resulting in significant damage to the vehicle and injuries to the officers.

The police report indicated that the explosion particularly compromised the engine of the water bowser. The injuries sustained by the officers included multiple wounds to sensitive areas such as the head, neck, chest, shoulders, back, and spine, marking the attack as serious and life-threatening. Following the explosion, fellow officers who were part of the convoy quickly came to their rescue, illustrating the swift response to such dangerous threats in the region.

This attack highlights the ongoing security challenges faced by law enforcement in areas prone to insurgent activities. The use of IEDs poses a significant risk to police operations, particularly as they undertake routine responsibilities in sensitive locations often affected by violence and unrest. The incident not only underscores the risks that police officers face but also reflects broader security concerns within Garissa County, an area grappling with extremism and terrorism, which necessitates increased vigilance and enhanced security measures to safeguard those who enforce the law.