A 57-year-old pastor at a Kabete Anglican Church in Kiambu county was on Thursday night rescued from an armed gang that had taken him hostage. Police said two suspects were shot dead in the drama that unfolded. A pistol and other weapons were recovered from the suspects. Two other suspects disappeared in the dead of the night with gunshot wounds, leaving the church Minister in the safety of the police officers. According to police, a Smith and Wesson pistol loaded with two rounds of 9mm calibre and a knife, were recovered from suspects.

Source: The Star May 21, 2021 07:52 UTC