- Kamukuywa Ward MCA Abraham ‘Obama’ Kimungui is recovering in Eldoret after sustaining injuries during a chaotic confrontation with police officers impounding a truck ferrying 35 drums of illegal ethanol
- The dramatic scuffle saw Kimungui allegedly mobilize over 50 armed individuals to disrupt the multi-agency operation in Bungoma County
- Police claim the MCA was injured by a sharp object during the melee, though his family insists he was shot, as investigations into the incident continue
A high-stakes clash in Bungoma County has left Kamukuywa Ward Member of County Assembly (MCA) Abraham ‘Obama’ Kimungui nursing serious injuries at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret.
The MCA was reportedly injured during a late-night scuffle with police officers on January 8 after attempting to block the impoundment of a truck ferrying illegal ethanol.
The confrontation unfolded in the Mapera area when a multi-agency team intercepted a lorry loaded with 35 drums of ethanol, each holding 250 liters, suspected to be part of a counterfeit operation.
Eyewitnesses described a chaotic scene as Kimungui allegedly mobilized over 50 armed individuals to obstruct the police operation.
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According to Mt. Elgon Sub-County Police Commander Moffat Mong’era, the mob, armed with crude weapons, stones, and even petrol-filled plastic bags, descended on the scene to reclaim the truck.
“The intention was to disrupt and fight to retain the consignment. The chaos escalated around 9 p.m., forcing officers to intervene,” Mong’era said.
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The police reported that the previous day, they had pursued the truck, but the owner managed to evade capture and hide the consignment.
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During the Tuesday night standoff, officers arrested two suspects, but they were soon freed by the mob allegedly orchestrated by the MCA.
Injury Sparks Controversy
While the MCA’s family insists he was shot by police, Commander Mong’era refuted the claim, stating that the cause of the injury is under investigation.
“Preliminary findings suggest he may have been injured by a sharp object during the melee. However, this will be clarified once investigations are complete,” he said.
Kimungui was initially rushed to Bungoma County Hospital before being referred to Eldoret for advanced care.
Public Outcry and Crackdown
The incident has drawn widespread condemnation, with residents calling for an intensified crackdown on illegal goods and stronger measures to curb corruption among public officials.
Meanwhile, authorities are continuing investigations into the origins of the ethanol consignment and the role of the MCA in the illegal operation.
