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New details have surfaced regarding a harrowing incident where armed robbers shot a businessman in Eastleigh on Saturday, March 30.
The victim, identified as Adan Ali Mohamed, was reportedly carrying a significant amount of cash at the time of the attack, prompting questions about the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Carrying cash: The decision behind it
According to a close relative who spoke to Citizen TV, Adan was transporting approximately Sh4.1 million, which represented the proceeds from two days' worth of cooking oil sales.
He intended to deposit the money in a bank, but upon reaching the bank premises, he discovered that it was closed.
In response, he contacted a colleague for advice, who suggested he take a motorbike back to his location.
The Robbery: A swift and violent encounter
Tragically, Adan's return trip was cut short by armed assailants who intercepted him less than a kilometer away from the bank.
The robbers, whose identities remain unknown, ambushed Adan and shot him, causing severe injuries.
"He was taking two-day sales of cooking oil to the bank. He found the bank closed and called his colleague to inform him. He was told to take a motorbike, and within half a kilometer, he was accosted by thieves whose origins were unknown. He was shot and robbed of the money,' the relative said.
CCTV footage unveils the attack
The incident was captured on Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) footage, shedding light on the brazen robbery that unfolded in broad daylight.
The video depicted two assailants on a motorbike intercepting Adan as he traveled to the bank to deposit his earnings.
One of the perpetrators disembarked from the bike, fired a shot at Adan, and swiftly snatched the cash before fleeing the scene.
Following the shooting, Adan was rushed to the hospital, where medical assessments revealed the extent of his injuries.
The bullet had penetrated his neck, causing a spinal cord injury before exiting through his back.
As Adan continues his recovery journey, authorities are actively investigating the robbery in pursuit of justice. Meanwhile, Adan's family and well-wishers remain hopeful for his full recovery.