A 16yr Old Boy Killed By A Hippopotamus In Tana River County

In Tana River County, a 16-year-old kid lost his life after being mauled by a hippopotamus.

Mohammed Abdi Sambul was killed in the event, which took place in the Saka, Madogo region.

“The boy was attacked by the hippo along the banks of River Tana. The animal was grazing nearby before it charged at the deceased before crushing him with its powerful jaws,” residents said

Locals made vain attempts to wade in and save the youngster because the hippo’s massive jaws had already crushed him and killed him then and then.

Locals in the region have meantime urged the relevant authorities to assist in addressing the ongoing hippos attacks.

“Several people in this village bear scars from the vicious attacks by hippos. We call on KWS to address the human-wildlife conflict,” a resident said.

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