In a stark reminder of ongoing security challenges in Kenya's northern regions, three police officers were shot and critically injured in an ambush by armed bandits in Samburu North. The attack occurred near Barsaloi, where the officers' vehicle was targeted, and the assailants fled with two firearms, according to reports from local authorities.County Police Commander Dickens Njogu confirmed the incident, noting that the officers are currently nursing gunshot wounds but are in stable condition.The ambush comes just three days after President William Ruto pledged to redeploy an elite squad to bolster security in the area, highlighting potential gaps in implementation.This region has long been plagued by banditry and cattle rustling, with similar incidents reported in recent years, though this latest event underscores the urgency of the president's commitment.Local communities and officials are calling for swift action to recover the stolen weapons and apprehend the perpetrators.As investigations continue, the incident has sparked discussions on social media and among policymakers about enhancing rapid response mechanisms in volatile areas.