At Least SIX People Killed as Police Begin Shooting Protesters in Nairobi
Tension in Nairobi turned deadly on Wednesday, June 25, as police officers allegedly opened fire on protesters, killing at least three people. Among the dead are a young man and a child from Mukuru Kwa Njenga, according to the Mukuru Community Justice Centre.
The victims were reportedly shot by police from Villa Police Station while officers tried to disperse demonstrators.
“Wameua, wameua, wameua, wamempiga risasi, amekufa,”
shocked protesters cried out.
(“They have killed him, they have shot one of us, he is dead!”)
In Pipeline, Embakasi South, another man was seen lying motionless on the tarmac in disturbing footage widely shared online. Witnesses claim he was shot, but his condition remains unconfirmed.
Caught on Camera: Police Officer Fires into Crowd
Meanwhile, a separate video shared by Africa Uncensored showed a police officer opening fire at protesters in Nairobi’s Central Business District. The officer’s uniform clearly revealed high-ranking insignia, alarming Kenyans who saw the clip.
“This is not just a police officer, but a high-ranking one,”
a concerned Kenyan posted on X.
“Look at his police rank insignia.”
This footage has gone viral, sparking outrage and fear among Kenyans who say such violence is exactly why they are protesting.
KHRC Condemns Lethal Force
The Kenya Human Rights Commission (KHRC) confirmed that police are using live bullets on unarmed citizens.
“KHRC has documented police officers firing bullets at protesters in Nairobi’s Central Business District,”
the group reported.
They added:
“This use of lethal force against unarmed demonstrators violates the Kenyan Constitution and the UN Basic Principles on the Use of Force and Firearms by Law Enforcement Officials.”
Innocent Lives Hanging by a Thread
Currently, Boniface Kariuki, a young mask vendor, is fighting for his life at Kenyatta National Hospital after being shot during the June 17 protests.
His story is one among many. As more victims fall, anger deepens. Kenyans are demanding answers — and justice.
Suspicion in the Skies: Snipers or Surveillance?
Adding to the panic, several mysterious individuals were spotted on rooftops at Nyayo House and KICC. They vanished every time a camera appeared.
Last year, snipers were reportedly used, and many fear that a similar operation may be underway again.
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At Least SIX People Killed as Police Begin Shooting Protesters in Nairobi
