Police Go After Ndindi Nyoro and Alice Wahome Over Murang'a Chaos

Members of Parliament Alice Wahome (Left) and Ndindi Nyoro.
Members of Parliament Alice Wahome (Left) and Ndindi Nyoro.
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The Inspector General of Police on Sunday evening, October 4, directed that Members of Parliament Ndindi Nyoro (Kiharu) and Alice Wahome (Kandara) be tracked and arrested for allegedly mobilizing goons who caused mayhem at Kenol, Murang'a County.

He further revealed that the motor vehicles, which were hired to ferry the goons, be tracked and detained to assist in ongoing investigations.

This follows chaotic scenes in the area which resulted in the death of two people and left several others nursing injuries.

"Kenol, thank you for your love. The power of guns and teargas will always be defeated by people power," Ndindi Nyoro tweeted moments after the arrest order was issued.

Kenol area residents fighting fires lit by rowdy youth on Sunday, October 4, 2020.
Kenol area residents fighting fires lit by rowdy youth on Sunday, October 4, 2020.
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The Tanga Tanga and Kieleweke youth clashed at Kenol on the Thika-Murang’a highway on Sunday morning, ahead of Deputy President Wiliam Ruto's visit.

Initially, IG Mutyambai had issued a statement promising to arrest any individuals identified as having contributed to the mayhem.

"I have seen the IG has posted on the unfortunate Kenol incident which his security men watched happen. The men in 5 buses are back to kill. Sabina Chege, Governor Wa Iria and IG will take full responsibility if we loose any life and property," vocal Kandara legislator stated in response to the IG's statement.

The latest order drew heavy criticism from legislators allied to DP Ruto and neutrals alike.

"A pattern has emerged where there is increasing unconstitutional interference with freedom of movement, association and assembly for politician who for whatever reason are not for the time being favorites of President Uhuru.

"The government, and all state/public officers are obligated to uphold and defend the constitution and the rule of law. This means delivering services equally to all and  similarly applying the law equally without regard to political affiliation," reads a statement issued by Senior Counsel Martha Karua.

The scuffle in Murang'a started when a group of rowdy youth blocked the highway at Kenol, and started engaging their 'political' rivals in running battles.

Several vehicles were damaged, as the main highway to Nyeri remained impassable for several hours.

DP Ruto was scheduled to preside over a fundraising event in Kenol, at the AIPCA Church hosted by local MP Alice Wahome. 

He went on to condemn the police officers after they reportedly lobbed teargas at worshippers inside the church, and reiterated that the church was a sacred place.

Kenol residents fighting fires lit by rowdy youth on Sunday, October 4, 2020.
Kenol residents fighting fires lit by rowdy youth on Sunday, October 4, 2020.
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