Security Incident in Northern Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya —

On the morning of Saturday December 18 2004 Action Against Hunger (ACF) staff traveling in 3 cars between El Wak and Wargadud were ambushed by a group of 5 unidentified gunmen men. ACF regrets to inform you that during the attack, Mr. Sahal Rashid Abdi, a contracted driver who was transporting the staff was shot and killed during the ambush. ACF staff involved in the incident have been accounted for and escorted back to El Wak.

Action Against Hunger would like to offer its deepest condolences to the family and friends of Mr. Abdi.

A current investigation of the attack has been initiated and local authorities in Mandera Town, Wargadud and El Wak have initiated a quick response and coordinated effort. ACF wishes to thank those local authorities and NGOs who have given our organization a great deal of support.

Action Against Hunger activities in the area have been suspended until further notice except for the life saving activities of the Mandera Therapeutic Feeding Center.

About Action Against Hunger

Action Against Hunger | ACF International is a global humanitarian organization committed to ending world hunger. Recognized as a leader in the fight against malnutrition, ACF works to save the lives of malnourished children while providing communities with sustainable access to safe water and long-term solutions to hunger. With 30 years of expertise in emergency situations of conflict, natural disaster, and chronic food insecurity, ACF runs life-saving programs in some 40 countries benefiting 5 million people each year.

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Action Against Hunger - USA

James L. Phelan
Senior External Relations Officer, ACF-USA
Contact James Phelan
Direct: 212-967-7800 x108
Cell: 646-265-7796

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