Chaos erupted in Embu town on July 29 after boda boda riders clashed with police following the arrest of their leader, the Kirimari SACCO Treasurer, by the DCI on July 28. Protesters blocked roads with bonfires and stones, causing significant traffic disruption.

• Roads blocked included the Embu–Kiritiri road and sections near the court roundabout.
• The arrested leader's charges remain unclear with no official government statement.
• Businesses in Embu town were forced to close due to the demonstrations.
• This incident follows a similar protest on July 8 where riders blocked the Embu–Meru highway.