KDF soldier killed during a gun battle with patrol cops along Thika Road - Pistol loaded with 12 rounds of ammunition recovered

Monday, November 2, 2026 - A Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) soldier was shot dead during a confrontation with police officers in Ruiru, Kiambu County, after opening fire on officers during a night patrol.

The deceased, identified as Munene Antony, approximately 33, succumbed to gunshot injuries while receiving treatment at Ruiru Level 4 Hospital.

His alleged accomplice was arrested the following day at Covo area near Magunas in Kahawa Sukari.

According to police, officers from Kahawa Sukari Police Station were conducting routine patrols at around 1 am when they received information from a member of the public that two armed men were threatening residents.

The officers pursued the suspects and ordered them to surrender.

However, one of the men drew a firearm and opened fire at the police, prompting the officers to return fire.

During the exchange, Munene was shot in the chest and right hand before being rushed to Ruiru Level 4 Hospital in serious condition.

 He later died while undergoing treatment.

Police recovered a Jericho pistol loaded with 12 rounds of ammunition, alongside two spent cartridges at the scene.

A search conducted on the deceased also led to the recovery of a KDF identity card bearing the name Munene Antony.

Senior officers visited the scene, documented it, and collected relevant exhibits.

During preliminary questioning, the surviving suspect claimed that the recovered pistol belonged to his brother, whom he described as a police officer.

The suspect was placed in police custody pending further investigations into the incident and the ownership of the firearm.

Munene's body was moved to General Kago Mortuary in Thika for preservation and postmortem examination.

Police said investigations were ongoing to establish the full circumstances surrounding the shooting.

The Kenyan DAILY POST.