[Kenya] Violence against civilians: Abduction/forced disappearance

On 2 April 2025, unknown persons (likely police from the anti - terrorism police unit, the unit involved in 'anti-terror' operations) abducted a businessman in Marikiti area of Mombasa (Mvita, Mombasa), moments after he left his home for prayers at a mosque The victim is yet to be found. It is unclear whether the incident is linked to the fight against Al Shabaab.

Severity

MEDIUM

Occurred

2025-04-02

Country

Kenya

Event type

violence

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