Property chaos threaten peace in Kitengela

Tension is high in Kitengela, Kajiado County following a confrontation between members of one community and the police over allocation of business space in the fast-growing town.

The community engaged police in running battles after it raided the Kitengela Market and tried to forcefully eject traders saying that the market belongs to them.

Several people were injured including Radio Citizen’s journalist following the chaos.

The running battles led to the destruction of property of high value including cars.

It is said that the two factions were fighting over business space that had been set aside by the County Government of Kajiado in Kitengela.

Police officers were forced to use tear gas and fire live bullets to disperse the unruly crowd, with shops and banks being closed for fear of theft.

The community, according to sources, wants half of the business space allocated to them before other communities can be considered.

Kadiajo County Police Commandant Joel Langat assured residents of peace and warned them against hate and tribalism.

GSU officers have been sent to the area to help police officers in restoring calm.