Tanzania: Police kill eight suspected robbers in Dar es Salaam May 25

Event

Police shot and killed eight suspected robbers in the Mwenge area of Dar es Salaam on Monday evening (local time), May 25, after receiving a tip-off about an alleged planned heist. The assailants reportedly tried to flee from the police who arrived in Mwenge, before shooting at the police car and engaging in a gunfight. No police casualties were reported.

A heightened security presence is to be expected in the affected area over the near term.

Advice

Individuals in Dar es Salaam are advised to report suspicious objects and behavior to police, monitor developments to the situation, and adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.