Chaos erupted in dramatic fashion on Wednesday afternoon during a burial ceremony attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua.
Photos shared on by several social media platforms, what began as a somber occasion to honor the deceased quickly spiraled into a harrowing scene, forcing Gachagua to flee for his life amid scenes of unbridled anarchy.
The incident unfolded at precisely 2:15 PM, witnesses say, when a group of suspected goons infiltrated the peaceful gathering at a village church compound.
Dressed in hooded jackets and wielding crude weapons, the assailants reportedly stormed the ceremony shouting slogans that remain indecipherable but undoubtedly menacing.
Their actions caused panic among the mourners, sending hundreds scattering for safety as tension mounted.
Gachagua, who had been seated at the front alongside other dignitaries, narrowly avoided injury as the chaos erupted.
Eyewitnesses described the former DP’s security detail springing into action with commendable precision.
“It was like something out of an action movie,” said a shaken mourner, who declined to be named. “His bodyguards formed a human shield around him, escorting him to his vehicle amidst flying chairs and overturned tents.”
The dramatic escape reached a fever pitch as Gachaguaâs official car, a sleek bulletproof Toyota Land Cruiser, screeched out of the compound at high speed.
Photographs captured after the incident show visible dents and shattered side mirrors on the vehicle, a chilling testament to the ferocity of the attack.
Unverified reports suggest the chaos may have been politically motivated, though the exact cause remains unclear.
Police are investigating the incident, with Kiambu County Commander addressing the media briefly to confirm that no injuries were reported among mourners or officials.
“We are treating this as a serious breach of public safety,” he said. “No stone will be left unturned.”
While shaken, Gachagua later assured supporters that he was unharmed, calling for calm and unity. However, this shocking event serves as a grim reminder of the volatility in Kenya’s political landscape.
By Newsmedia