The former Deputy President, Rigathi Gachagua, has called for the arrest of police officers who were responsible for attacking his allies as they were leaving a church service in Murang'a on Sunday.
In a statement on his official X account on Sunday, July 27, the former DP claimed that the police officers in the country should always ensure that they follow the constitution as they carry out their duties and refrain from being used to conduct "barbaric acts."
According to Gachagua, top security chiefs, including the Inspector General of Police, Douglas Kanja, as well as the Interior Cabinet Secretary, Kipchumba Murkomen, should focus on ensuring that every Kenyan citizen is well protected.
"I call for the immediate arrest and arraignment of these criminals and police officers. I want to remind the police officers being misused by William Ruto and, by extension, the inspector general of police, Douglas Kanja, that justice will be served no matter how long it takes," Gachagua said.
Castigating the incident, which he branded as a 'cowardly and ungodly act,' Gachagua further stated that the recurrent attacks police officers have been dispensing to his allies and other Kenyans in public places would make it even harder for the government to regain the confidence and trust of Kenyans.
"Mr. William Ruto, what do you gain through deaths and bloodshed? How do you go to church and reconcile your conscience at the Holy Altar while you instruct your police and goons to kill Kenyans in the same neighbourhood?" Gachagua said.
"For how long will you repress the people of Kenya and mutilate our constitution? Do you think Kenyans will love you by force and intimidation?" Gachagua added.
Drama ensued at Kigumo constituency on Sunday, July 27, after Gachagua's allies, including Nyandarua Senator John Methu, were teargassed as they were leaving a church service.
The leaders who were headed to another rally were blocked by the police at Ngonda Shopping Centre, prompting them to cut their journey short.
In videos seen by Kenyans.co.ke, Methu was seen trying to negotiate with the security personnel and was even heard asking one of the officers, "What have we done? What is the problem with addressing the people?''
However, moments later, the situation escalated, as police lobbed tear gas at the individuals, which forced Methu's convoy to turn away and flee.
Following the events, several individuals were injured and vehicles were also damaged, including from Bullets.
