By Kelvin Sang, Eldoret
Uasin Gishu County has strongly condemned an incident in which a group of unidentified individuals stormed a meeting between Eldoret municipality officials and local traders, disrupting proceedings, assaulting the town manager, and harassing other municipality staff.
Speaking on behalf of the county, Acting County Secretary Mr. Ambrose Tarus expressed deep concern over the attack, emphasizing that the county government will not tolerate such acts of violence against its staff.
“As a county, we assure our staff of their safety and welfare. Incidents like these are unacceptable and will not be condoned,” said Mr. Tarus. “The matter has been reported to the police and is currently under investigation.”
In response to the security breach, the county has implemented stringent measures to ensure the safety of its employees, visitors, and residents.
These include security screenings at entry points, restricted access for individuals without official identification badges, and the requirement for visitors to present appointment letters. Additionally, armed police officers will now be stationed at the municipality offices to enhance security.
While the motive behind the attack remains unclear, investigations are underway, with authorities working to identify those responsible. The county has pledged transparency and swift action once the perpetrators are unveiled.
Mr. Tarus further reassured residents, traders, journalists, and visitors to Uasin Gishu County that their security remains a top priority. “We will deal firmly with anyone threatening the peace and safety of our community,” he stated.
The county urges the public to remain calm and cooperate with security personnel as investigations continue.
