GATUNDU SOUTH MP ALLEGEDLY SHOOTS DEAD TWO PEOPLE IN THIKA

A series of chaotic events unfolded in Thika, culminating in the arrest of several prominent figures and a tragic shooting incident that has left the community in shock. Among those apprehended were Imani Ichung'wah, Alice Ng'ang'a, and Simon Kagombe. The disturbances reached a critical point when Gatundu South Member of Parliament (MP), GG Kagombe, was captured on video allegedly discharging live bullets into a crowd, resulting in the death of two individuals and the injury of another.

The unrest reportedly began earlier in the day with tensions rising during a public event. Details on the exact nature of the initial disturbance remain unclear, but the situation escalated rapidly. Eyewitnesses describe a scene of panic and confusion as MP Kagombe, in an attempt to control the crowd, pulled out a firearm and began shooting indiscriminately. The video footage, now widely circulated on social media, shows Kagombe aiming and firing at the charging crowd. One person was confirmed dead on the scene, while another was critically injured and subsequently hospitalized.

In the aftermath of the shooting, law enforcement swiftly moved in to restore order and apprehend those involved. Imani Ichung'wah, Alice Ng'ang'a, and Simon Kagombe were among those arrested. Their specific roles in the chaos are yet to be detailed by the authorities. Interestingly, hours after the shooting, MP Kagombe was reportedly admitted to a hospital. Sources suggest that this move was an attempt to evade arrest during the weekend, a tactic sometimes used to delay legal proceedings. Despite this, the police have confirmed that investigations are ongoing and that Kagombe will face the full extent of the law once medically cleared.

The incident has drawn significant attention from the legal community and human rights advocates. City Lawyer, Ndegwa Njiru has offered to represent the family of the deceased victim on a pro bono basis. Njiru’s involvement underscores the gravity of the situation and highlights the broader implications of police and political accountability in Kenya.

"I am going to represent the victims of the HUSTLER who was killed by Kangombe, the MP for Gatundu South on a pro bono basis. We meet at Thika Town tomorrow… these criminals must be charged. Why kill the hustler? If the DPP doesn’t charge them, I will incite the people to charge them," Njiru stated in a press briefing.

The Kenyan government and the police force have yet to issue a comprehensive statement on the incident. However, sources within the police department indicate that there will be a high-level review of the events leading up to the shooting. The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has also been notified and is expected to launch its investigation.

As the investigation continues, the focus remains on bringing clarity to the chaotic events in Thika. The arrests of Imani Ichung'wah, Alice Ng'ang'a, and Simon Kagombe, coupled with the allegations against MP GG Kagombe, paint a troubling picture of the day's events. The involvement of prominent legal figures like Ndegwa Njiru signifies the potential for a landmark case in Kenya's legal and political landscape.

The community and the nation at large await the findings of the investigations, hoping for justice and a resolution that upholds the rule of law and deters future incidents of this nature.