They were sparked Thursday night when Sheik Ibrahim Ismail, a radical cleric linked to Al Shabaab, and three others were killed in a drive by shooting.
Friday morning, Muslims began building barricades in the streets and attacking Christian buildings.
Mombasa's Salvation Army Worship Center was set on fire as were several cars.
Police attempted to regain the streets, but were forced to retreat from the hail of bottles, bricks, stones, and objects on fire.
Military forces were called in and they were able to reestablish control, after a few short fire fights.
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