A Kamakis man known as Isaac, alias “Baba Wanja,” was arrested after a disturbing video of him reportedly attacking his wife’s cousin, Wambui, spread widely across social media platforms, drawing public outrage and prompting police to act.
The footage, which went viral online, captured Isaac allegedly beating Wambui while his wife, Muthoni Msoo, stood nearby recording the incident on her phone rather than intervening.
The role Muthoni played in the scene left many viewers deeply unsettled.
Why had Wambui visited Isaac’s home?
According to earlier reports, Wambui had visited the home reportedly to offer comfort, but the visit ended in violence when Isaac turned on her.
The circumstances surrounding why he allegedly attacked her drew widespread condemnation from Kenyans who watched the clip circulate across Facebook and other platforms.
Police in Kiambu began looking into the matter after the video reached a broad audience, with investigators seeking to establish the full details of the incident.
Isaac’s arrest comes as relief to public
What made the case particularly notable was the role a well-wisher played in pushing for Isaac’s arrest.
According to the Facebook post shared, the well-wisher’s direct intervention contributed to Isaac being taken into custody.
The arrest came as a relief to many who had called for accountability after watching the footage, with the case shining a spotlight on gender-based violence and the responsibility bystanders carry when abuse unfolds before them.
