Tensions escalated in Embu on July 6, 2025, after a vehicle allegedly linked to the Presidential Escort Unit was set on fire by angry residents following a fatal accident.

• The involved Toyota Prado collided with a bodaboda motorcycle, resulting in fatal injuries for the rider and passenger.
• The vehicle was part of the escort for President William Ruto during an official event at St. Mark’s College.
• Witnesses reported significant damage to the motorcycle, raising concerns about pedestrian safety and the accident's implications for security protocols.