Police arrest 56 suspects over meeting disruption in Kuresoi North

Police in Nakuru have arrested 56 suspects in connection with disruptions allegedly caused by hired goons during an empowerment programme organised by Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika in Kuresoi North.

According to police, the arrests followed investigations into violent disturbances that broke out on Friday during the public event, which was attended by senior government officials, county leaders and members of the public.

The suspects were apprehended in various locations across Kuresoi North Sub-County and remain in custody as investigations continue.

Officers also recovered several exhibits believed to have been used during the chaos.

During the ensuing confrontation, three people sustained gunshot wounds.

The injured victims are currently receiving treatment at Molo Level 4 Hospital.

Meanwhile, police said they are still pursuing Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai to record a statement regarding the incident as part of ongoing investigations.

Three people who were shot during the violent confrontation that erupted at Umoja Secondary School in Kuresoi North, Nakuru County, during a women and youth empowerment event are receiving treatment at Molo Level 4 Hospital after sustaining gunshot wounds.

The victims, identified as Job Kiprono, Mohamed Ali, and Isaac Cheruiyot, suffered injuries to their hands and legs during the chaos that disrupted the meeting.

According to Job Kiprono, violence allegedly broke out after Kuresoi North MP Alfred Mutai arrived at the event, which was being led by Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika and attended by several other leaders.

Kiprono, who sustained a gunshot wound to his right hand, expressed gratitude to well-wishers who came to his rescue and rushed him to Molo Level 4 Hospital for treatment.