The National Police Service has finally reported apprehending seven individuals in regards to the Kariobangi North chaos over the weekend.
Through a statement on X on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, the NPS said the persons of interest were traced within the Lucky Summer area and are now being processed for presentation before a court.
NPS take action
The Service added that more individuals may be identified once investigative teams complete photographic and acoustic analysis reports.
“The seven are being processed for appearance before a court of law. Further arrests are expected upon the completion of investigations, including photographic and acoustic analysis reports,” the NPS statement reads in parts.
It also appealed to Kenyans to cooperate with law enforcement as inquiries continue.
The NPS urged anyone with information about the incident to reach out to the nearest police station, any officer, or through toll free numbers 999 and 112.
The statement stressed that all forms of criminality would be addressed firmly but within the law.
The Service reiterated its commitment to protect all Kenyans and maintain order.
Senior officers said investigators are still piecing together what unfolded outside the PCEA church.
The NPS also extended sympathies to the six individuals injured during the confrontation.It described the disruption as abhorrent, urging citizens to remain calm as investigations proceed.
Kariobangi North chaos
The Kariobangi North chaos erupted on Sunday afternoon near the PCEA church where a thanksgiving service was underway, and attended by the Democracy for Citizens’ Party Leader Rigathi Gachagua.
Two rival groups clashed near the entrance and quickly blocked the road leading to the compound.
Police officers intervened after the tension escalated, dispersing the groups using teargas to restore order.
The service was briefly interrupted as the confrontation spilled close to the church premises.
The NPS clarified that no teargas canister was thrown inside the church, confirming that church leadership had denied those claims.
“The service also wished to correct misinformation alleging that a tear gas canister was thrown into the church. Church leadership has been contacted and has denied that this occurred. The service later resumed and concluded peacefully at 2pm,” Muchiri said then.
The Service said it takes great exception to acts that threaten worship spaces, adding that it will handle the matter with firmness and fairness.
The communication was signed by NPS Spokesperson Muchiri Ngaga, noting the Service’s continued commitment to safeguarding all residents as investigations continue.
