Traffic along Nairobi's Outer Ring Road was brought to a standstill on Friday evening after suspected goons reportedly staged demonstrations around Kiamaiko Bridge and the Kariobangi Roundabout, disrupting movement and targeting motorists.

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Witnesses said the group barricaded sections of the road, robbed motorists and passengers, and pelted moving vehicles with stones, forcing many drivers to abandon the route.

Several motorists warned others to avoid the area, particularly those travelling from the Nairobi CBD, Thika Road, and Outering Road towards Kariobangi, Kiamaiko, and Allsops.

"If you are coming from town, Thika Road or Outering Road, Kiamaiko Bridge and Huruma Mosque are a no-go zone. Be alert and extra careful," one motorist cautioned as the situation unfolded.

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Other road users reported that traffic had remained at a standstill for more than three hours, with vehicles unable to move towards Allsops due to the insecurity along the corridor.

The disruption sparked panic among commuters, with reports indicating that some motorists were forced to turn back while others remained stranded as the group continued attacking vehicles.

As of the time of publication, there had been no official statement from the National Police Service (NPS) on the incident, although witnesses reported seeing security officers responding to the area.

The incident comes as security agencies remain on heightened alert following Thursday's demonstrations, with authorities warning against criminal elements taking advantage of public protests to engage in looting, vandalism, and attacks on members of the public.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke