Nairobi: Man arrested after Dedan Kimathi statue vandalized

Police have confirmed that a suspect believed to be behind the act is in custody at Central Police Station...

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The iconic Dedan Kimathi statue in Nairobi was vandalized, with its head severed and parts damaged, sparking outrage among residents. A suspect has been apprehended and is currently in custody, set to be arraigned in court on Friday.

The Dedan Kimathi statue, honored for a Mau Mau freedom hero, is a significant symbol of Kenya’s independence struggle.
A video circulated on social media showed the suspect parading the statue’s severed head through Nairobi’s central business district.
Authorities have confirmed the suspect is held at Central Police Station, and the incident has led to renewed calls for enhanced protection of national monuments.

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