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Kenya's president orders police to shoot violent protesters in the leg

NAIROBI, KENYA, JUL 08 – President William Ruto authorized police to shoot looters in the leg to incapacitate them without killing, aiming to protect businesses amid protests that caused at least 11 deaths and over 500 arrests.

  • Kenya's President William Ruto ordered police to "shoot in the leg" to prevent vandalism during protests.
  • At least 31 people were reported killed on Monday amid escalating anti-government protests, according to Kenya's rights watchdog.
  • Over 500 individuals were arrested during the protests.
  • President Ruto described the situation as "not acceptable" and pledged to use "whatever means necessary" to stabilize the country.
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Reuters broke the news in United Kingdom on Tuesday, July 8, 2025.
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