In a statement issued on Saturday, the police described the attacks as “inhumane, criminal and unacceptable,” following shocking incidents in Mwiki, Lang’ata and Embakasi that left several people injured, including law enforcement officers.
The most disturbing case involved a woman in Mwiki who was allegedly attacked with petrol by unknown assailants before being set ablaze during a domestic dispute.
Witnesses said residents rushed to rescue the victim before emergency responders arrived at the scene. She was later taken to hospital with serious burn injuries as detectives launched investigations into the motive behind the attack.
Police said preliminary findings indicate the incident may have stemmed from a personal disagreement, although authorities are still pursuing several leads. The NPS appealed to members of the public to provide any information that could assist investigators in tracking down the suspects.
In a separate incident in Lang’ata, traffic police officers were reportedly assaulted while attempting to enforce traffic regulations along a busy road.
According to police reports, a confrontation erupted after officers stopped a vehicle for alleged traffic violations, leading to chaos that attracted a crowd. Several officers sustained minor injuries during the altercation.
Another attack was also reported in Embakasi, where traffic officers came under assault from a group of individuals while conducting routine operations. Police termed the attacks on officers as a direct affront to law enforcement and public order.
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The NPS warned that attacks targeting police officers would not be tolerated, emphasizing that officers are carrying out their constitutional mandate to maintain peace and safety.
“We strongly condemn all acts of violence against civilians and police officers. Anyone found culpable will be arrested and prosecuted accordingly,” the statement read.
The incidents have sparked concern among Nairobi residents, with leaders and civil society groups calling for tougher action against rising cases of violence and mob aggression in the city.
Security agencies have since intensified patrols in the affected areas as investigations continue. Police commanders in Nairobi have also urged residents to remain calm, avoid taking the law into their own hands and cooperate with authorities.
Human rights groups have meanwhile called for speedy investigations, especially in the Mwiki attack, saying violence against women continues to be a growing concern in urban settlements.
The NPS reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property, assuring Kenyans that security agencies are fully prepared to respond decisively to criminal activities across the country.
