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January 12, 2026
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Police Arrest 15 After Chaos at Church Event Attended by Gachagua in Gatundu

Police Arrest 15 After Chaos at Church Event Attended by Gachagua in Gatundu

Police were forced to deploy teargas to disperse the mobs, which also caused traffic disruption along the Kiamworia-Gatundu South Road. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Police in Kenya have arrested 15 suspects following a chaotic incident at a church service in Gatundu, Kiambu County, attended by former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua. Rival youth groups clashed violently outside the African Independent Pentecostal Church of Africa (AIPCA), prompting police to deploy teargas.

  • Three vehicles were vandalized and three police officers sustained minor injuries during the confrontation.
  • Former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua accused the government of orchestrating the disruption by sending “goons” to the event.
  • The arrested suspects face charges including malicious damage to property and participation in unlawful assembly, while police deny government involvement.

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