Panic as Police Fire Gunshots at Gachagua Allies in Murang’a
One Senator was forced to flee for his safety on foot...
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Panic erupted in Murang'a County on Sunday, July 7, as police teargassed and fired gunshots to disperse a convoy of Rigathi Gachagua's allies, including Nyandarua Senator John Methu. The leaders were attempting to hold public rallies after a church service, but were met with a police blockade.
- The incident involved police officers and alleged "hired goons" ambushing Senator Methu's convoy.
- A vehicle from Senator Methu's convoy sustained damage, including from bullets, and several individuals were injured.
- This marks the second consecutive weekend that Senator Methu's convoy has been blocked by police when attempting to hold rallies.
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