Latest reports indicates that a key witness has come forward with new details about the man who threw a teargas canister at a tent occupied by Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua during a meeting in Nyandarua on Saturday.
According to the witness as reported by Monday’s Daily Nation publication, the suspect, who was later arrested by police, exhibited a calm and unassuming demeanor prior to the incident.
The witness, who was at the scene during the meeting, described how the suspect arrived at the venue and settled down in a relaxed manner.
“He came in, sat quietly, and appeared to be waiting for something. At no point did he seem agitated or in a hurry,” the witness stated.
The man, identified as a local resident, reportedly engaged in light conversation with others around him and was not seen displaying any disruptive behavior initially.
However, the suspect’s actions took a sharp turn when he began texting on his phone. “He would text every time a call was made, almost as if he was waiting for specific instructions,” the witness added.
This behavior, combined with his seemingly calm presence, led many in the crowd to initially overlook him, unaware of his plans.
The man then reportedly left the area momentarily, only to return shortly before the teargas canister was thrown at the tent, causing chaos and confusion at the event.
The police swiftly arrested the suspect after the attack, which was aimed at disrupting the high-profile meeting attended by Gachagua.
The canister exploded near the tent, leading to a brief panic, though no serious injuries were reported. Security forces quickly contained the situation, and the suspect was taken into custody for questioning.
Authorities are currently investigating the motive behind the attack, though early reports suggest the suspect may have been acting on behalf of a group with intentions to cause disruption during the high-profile political event.
Law enforcement officials are also scrutinizing the suspect’s connections and whether he had been part of any organized protest or coordinated act of violence.
By Newshub