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Man Shot Dead Outside US Embassy in Nairobi

by VOA News

   A man was shot dead outside the U.S. Embassy in Nairobi after
   attempting to attack a paramilitary guard outside the building
   Thursday.

   "The pedestrian was passing along the U.N. avenue, attacked the
   officer, police officer, with a knife.," said Vitalis Otieno, Senior
   Superintendent Commanding Police Division (OCPD) Gigiri, told VOA.
   "After stabbing the police officer, my police officer was armed, he
   shot him and he died on the spot."

   The embassy confirmed that no American personnel were involved.

   Otieno said an investigation is underway and there is not enough
   information to determine whether this was a terrorist act.

   The embassy is closed for the evening, and the Ambassador and senior
   staff are reviewing operations for tomorrow.

   U.S. State Department Spokesman John Kirby said the situation will be
   closely monitored and information will be released as needed to help
   U.S. citizens make informed travel decisions.

   [Jill Craig, ][Steve Hermann contributed to this report.]