The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has confirmed the arrest of three suspects linked to the attack on the Linda Mwananchi convoy in Kisii County during the opposition's tour of the area on Friday, July 3.

🇰🇪 Breaking It Down

In a statement on Saturday, July 4, DCI said its detectives from Kisii Central, together with officers from Keumbu police station, arrested the suspects following a targeted operation launched after the violent incident along the Kisii–Keroka Road.

"Detectives from DCI Kisii Central, working jointly with officers from Keumbu Police Station, have arrested three suspects linked to the violent disruption along the Kisii–Keroka Road, during which several motor vehicles in a convoy were allegedly stoned and damaged," DCI stated.

"The incident occurred yesterday, July 3, 2026. Acting on credible intelligence, the officers launched a targeted operation that culminated in the arrest of the three suspects," it added.

📌 What You Need to Know

In the video that has since gone viral, a group of armed youth is seen pelting stones at the convoy, while some are captured armed with weapons, targeting the vehicles.

The incident happened along the highway as the Linda Mwananchi leaders moved to Keroka for a rally.

Among those whose cars were vandalised is former Chief Justice and presidential hopeful David Maraga, whose car was seriously damaged.

According to the detectives, investigations are ongoing, and detectives are pursuing additional suspects believed to have participated in the attack.

Separately,  the National Police Service (NPS) also confirmed the arrest of the three suspects, saying that a detailed analysis of videos circulating on social media is underway to aid further investigations.

"A more detailed analysis of the video, alongside wider investigative efforts, is underway with a view to making further arrests," NPS said in a statement.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke