Yesterday's protests in Nairobi escalated as police allegedly coordinated with armed "goons," leading to widespread outrage among Kenyans.

• Unidentified individuals armed with clubs and whips joined police officers in suppressing protestors, indicating a troubling collaboration.
• The events unfolded shortly after Nairobi Governor Johnson Sakaja called for decisive action to control protests.
• This partnership between law enforcement and civilian thugs mirrors similar incidents from past protests in regions like Kakamega and Uasin Gishu, raising concerns about the erosion of the rule of law.

A police officer has been arrested after shooting an unarmed street vendor during anti-government protests in Nairobi, according to the National Police Service (NPS).

• Incident Date: Tuesday
• Victim: Unarmed street vendor, injured and currently receiving treatment at Kenyatta National Hospital
• Involved Official: Inspector General Japhet Koome ordered the arrest of the officer

The shooting, captured on video, has led to public outrage and renewed calls for police reforms regarding the use of force during protests.

A disturbing video has emerged of a General Service Unit officer shooting an unarmed hawker, declaring his readiness to confront peaceful demonstrators.

• The shooting occurred at point-blank range and was captured on video.
• The National Police Service has called for the officer's arrest following the incident.
• The officer was on a break during a training session and expressed violent intentions while eating.