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Kenya's president orders police to shoot violent protesters in the leg
NAIROBI, KENYA, JUL 08 – President William Ruto authorized police to shoot looters in the leg to incapacitate them without killing, aiming to protect businesses amid protests that caused at least 11 deaths and over 500 arrests.
- Kenyan President William Ruto ordered police to shoot violent protesters in the leg who vandalize property during protests, ensuring they are incapacitated but not killed.
- Ruto emphasized that while peaceful protests are constitutionally protected, criminal activities like theft and vandalism cannot be tolerated.
- The UN has criticized Kenyan police for using excessive force during protests, with at least 50 reported deaths in recent demonstrations.
- Ruto's remarks reflect a shift toward what he termed 'measured force' to address public concern over police brutality.
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