26 Jan 2019 | 06:29 PM UTC
Kenya: Blast injures at least one person in Nairobi January 26
Blast reported near cinema in central Nairobi at 19:00 (local time) January 26; at least one person wounded
Event
An explosion was reported near a cinema in central Nairobi at approximately 19:00 (local time) on Saturday, January 26, injuring at least one person. Authorities indicate the blast caused minor damage, and police have established a security cordon. Local sources state the explosive device was believed to have been placed in a piece of luggage. No group immediately claimed responsibility for the attack. A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are to be expected in the area over the coming hours.
Context
The capital Nairobi recently experienced a complex attack at a hotel in the Westlands area on January 15. The terrorist group Al-Shabaab later issued a statement claiming responsibility for the attack, which killed 21 people.
Advice
Individuals in Nairobi are advised to continue avoiding the affected area, monitor developments to the situation, remain vigilant for militant activity, and adhere to all instructions issued by the local authorities.
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