Tensions ran high in Makongeni estate, Thika, after a tragic accident claimed the lives of a boda boda rider and his passenger. Angered by the incident, a group of boda boda riders set fire to a privately owned Audi reportedly involved in the crash.
Eyewitnesses said the riders blocked the car before torching it, raising questions about whether such violent reactions are an acceptable way to seek justice. Local residents condemned the act, emphasizing that retaliation through destruction of property only escalates violence instead of addressing the root causes.
Police have arrived at the scene and launched investigations into the crash and the subsequent arson. Authorities are urging the community to allow the law to handle disputes, stressing that taking the law into one’s own hands could lead to more tragedy.
This incident highlights the urgent need for road safety awareness and conflict resolution strategies in areas prone to such confrontations.
