In a daring late-night operation in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya's National Police Service (NPS) engaged in a fierce shootout with six armed suspects suspected of robbing civilians.

The clash occurred shortly after midnight on the Eldoret-Kiplombe Road when officers on patrol intercepted the group dressed in military-style clothing.

After ordering the suspects to halt and identify themselves, the criminals opened fire, prompting a decisive police response that resulted in four fatalities and two injured escapees.The operation uncovered weapons and tools used in recent robberies across North Rift regions like Eldoret, Kitale, and Kapenguria.Authorities launched a multi-agency hunt for the fugitives, emphasizing their link to a series of terror attacks.Police recovered a pistol, forced-entry tools, mobile phones, cash, and ID cards from the scene.The NPS reiterated its commitment to community safety through intelligence-led operations, urging citizens to report suspicious activities.This incident highlights ongoing efforts to combat armed criminal networks amid rising security concerns in Kenya's rural areas.