A man has been arrested in Murang'a for allegedly attacking two police officers with a panga.
The suspect is said to have stormed Nyakahura Police Post in Kangema sub-county to report a land dispute with a neighbour.
But while being guided by the officer on duty, James Gitonga, on how to handle the matter, the suspect is said to have removed a panga he had hidden and attacked the officer on duty.
"He abruptly removed the panga he had hidden and aimed it on the head of the officer," a police report seen by the Star stated.
The officer shielded himself using his hand resulting in his middle finger being chopped off while the second finger was severely cut.
"After the assault, the assailant ran away and a chase ensued. In the process, the suspect turned to another officer identified as John Kimathi and severely cut him on the left hand and the right side of the chest," the police report added.
The two officers are currently receiving treatment at a private hospital in Murang'a and are in fair condition.
The 59-year-old suspect is in police custody.
