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The operation turned deadly when police allegedly shot and killed a young boy.<\/p>\n<p>The protesters blocked the roads with burning tires and other debris, and they also engaged police in running battles.<\/p>\n<p>Police said they were investigating the incident, and they urged the protesters to remain calm.<\/p>\n<p>The protest highlights the growing tensions between police and residents in Nairobi. In recent months, there have been a number of cases of police brutality, and residents have become increasingly frustrated with the authorities.<\/p>\n<p>The protest also comes at a time when the country is facing a number of challenges, including rising crime and economic hardship. These challenges are likely to contribute to further unrest in the coming months.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Parts of Outering Road in Nairobi were rendered impassable for hours on Tuesday after angry protesters blocked the roads to protest the killing of a man by police. 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