CCTV footage captured a violent robbery at a salon in Ruaka where an armed man assaulted a female employee and stole her phone valued at over KSh 100,000.

The incident occurred on Friday, July 10, afternoon when the suspect approached two workers, forced the victim to hand over her phone, and fired shots to disperse onlookers before fleeing on a waiting motorcycle.Police are investigating the attack which lasted less than a minute.Witnesses described the assailant as aggressive, using a pistol to strike the employee during the struggle.The robbery has left local business owners shaken, raising concerns about safety in commercial areas.Authorities have urged the public to remain vigilant following the incident.The video evidence is critical for the investigation, providing clear details of how the crime unfolded.Community members expressed fear over the audacity of armed criminals operating in daylight.Police confirmed they are reviewing the footage and have launched a manhunt for the suspect.