Five arrested after mob attacks MP Kajwang for money in Mathare
Police arrested five people following an alleged robbery involving members of Ruaraka Member of Parliament (MP) T.J. Kajwang’s team during a public engagement tour in Mathare, Nairobi, on Thursday afternoon. The MP had to be evacuated after the mob blocked his way, demanding money, police said. The incident occurred at around 2:35 p.m. on September [...] The post Five arrested after mob attacks…
Police arrested five individuals following a reported mob attack on Member of Parliament T.J. Kajwang in Mathare, Nairobi, on September 17, 2026. The incident occurred when the MP was exiting Utalii Police Station, accompanied by his team, and proceeded to visit Heidemary Primary School in Mathare 4A. According to police, a group of around 100 youths confronted the MP, demanding money, and blocked his path.
Kajwang's secretary was allegedly robbed of a bag containing Sh80,000, a wallet with Sh7,000, and her national identity card. Additionally, another woman had her Samsung S3 Ultra phone worth Sh130,000 stolen. Police managed to evacuate the MP safely from the area, with no injuries or fatalities reported. The suspects were reportedly identified by the complainants, and police are actively investigating the incident.
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