In a tragic turn of events, a man was shot dead in Kiamaiko during a botched mission by the police to recover an alleged stolen motorcycle. The incident has since sparked violent protests as enraged residents barricaded the Outering road, leading to running battles with law enforcement officers.
According to the police, the mission to recover the stolen motorbike took a fatal turn when residents resisted the operation and began pelting the officers with stones. In response to the perceived threat, the officers resorted to opening fire, resulting in the death of a man.
The ensuing pandemonium spilled over to the main thoroughfares, including Outering Road and Juja Road, as protesters blocked the routes, rendering them impassable. This led to significant disruptions in traffic flow, with motorists being redirected away from the affected zone.
Unfortunately, some opportunistic youth exploited the chaos to engage in looting, stealing from unsuspecting motorists caught up in the fracas.
The incident has left the community in a state of unrest and raises questions about the use of force by law enforcement agencies. Authorities are now faced with the challenge of restoring calm and investigating the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.
by: VincentMakori22