Kiambu: Man saved from mob justice as police seize homemade gun
Law enforcement officers have rescued a man from mob justice after he was accused of being involved in a violent robbery in Gacagi Trading Centre.
In a statement released on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, the National Police Service (NPS) reported that the patrol team rushed to the scene after hearing screams from members of the public.
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Upon arrival, they found the man being assaulted by an angry crowd that had cornered him. The officers managed to rescue him and prevent further harm.
During the operation, the police also recovered a homemade firearm that was loaded with one round of ammunition. According to the NPS, the man is linked to others who managed to escape from the scene.
“Today, police officers on patrol in Gacagi Trading Centre responded to screams from members of the public and found a man being subjected to mob injustice. The person of interest, together with others who escaped, was allegedly involved in an act of violent robbery. He was successfully rescued by the police, and a homemade firearm with one round of ammunition was recovered. A manhunt is currently underway to apprehend the fleeing individuals,” the police service said in a statement.
The injured man was first taken to the police station before being escorted to the hospital for treatment. Authorities confirmed that once he is discharged, he will face charges relating to robbery with violence and unlawful possession of a firearm.
“He will be processed for arraignment in court to face justice for the robbery with violence and possession of a homemade firearm,” NPS added.
The police further expressed concern over the growing number of mob justice incidents in the country, warning that such actions compromise the rule of law and endanger lives.
“National Police Service wishes to express its deep concern over the alarming rise in incidents of mob injustice and their severe implications for public safety. The public is urged to allow the justice system to take its course, as taking the law into one’s own hands will be met with the full force of the law,” the statement read.
Meanwhile, a manhunt has been launched for the other individuals who fled during the incident. Police are appealing to members of the public to provide any information that could help track them down.
