Two injured, including eight-year-old, in brutal hyena attack in Dukana.

Two people have been seriously injured after being attacked by a hyena while herding livestock in Bass Jawe, Saru Sub-location, Dukana Sub-County, Marsabit county.

The victims have been identified as 18-year-old Ibrae Mudha Adano and 8-year-old Talaso Arbale Sora. They were reportedly tending to livestock at around 11 a.m. Sunday morning when the aggressive hyena suddenly attacked them.

Confirming the incident, Saru Sub-location Assistant Chief Gufu Orge said both victims sustained serious injuries and were taken to Dukana Hospital before being referred to Kalacha sub county hospital for treatment.

Residents have been urged to remain vigilant, particularly when taking their livestock out to graze in the affected area.

Local authorities and wildlife officials are expected to investigate the incident and put in place measures to prevent further human-wildlife conflicts in the area.