Garissa Residents Protest Rising Insecurity
Recently, hundreds of residents in Garissa took to the streets to voice their concerns over the rising insecurity that has been affecting the town in recent weeks.
Locals shared their fears, noting that it seems like every day brings news of someone being attacked or robbed of their belongings. Many victims are left either seriously injured or, tragically, fighting for their lives, often suffering from stab wounds.
Elizabeth Awuor, a teacher speaking to the press outside the Garissa police station, said that it was unfortunate the manner in which his life was snatched away, calling on the government to swiftly move and arrest the criminals.
“I am really pained by the death of my fellow teacher. A young man who come all the way to impart knowledge to his students is now going back home in a coffin. It is heartbreaking. We cannot remain silent as criminals continue to terrorize residents with impunity. The safety and security of every citizen must be a top priority,” Awuor said on Sunday, October 12, 2025.
Incidentally, Cyntia Hanta, another teacher, wondered why it had taken the security apparatus so long to apprehend the criminals, mostly young boys who had been terrorizing people for a long time.
“Surely for how long should we continue losing lives for the police to act. We are losing the lives of innocent people every other day, and yet no action is being taken by the concerned authorities. Who is supposed to protect us is not the government,” she quipped.
Joakim Omondi, also a teacher, regretted that in most cases, the suspects are apprehended and taken to court, but later released on police bond, saying that this has emboldened the criminals to continue with criminal acts.
“We have had cases where well-known suspects involved in these criminals are arrested and taken to court. But after a short period, they are released, and they go back to terrorizing citizens. If this is not encouraging criminal behavior to thrice in society, what is it?” Omondi appealed.
Garissa Residents Protest Rising Insecurity
