Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has on Friday been arrested as being held at Central police station as confirmed by the legislator himself.
According to his PA, the MP is being held over unknown charges and there are plans to transfer him to an undisclosed location.
“Hon. Salasya is currently held at Central Police Station. Charges unknown. Reports suggest plans to move him to an undisclosed location.” read the statement.
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During the day, the MP confirmed that his vehicle had been stopped and fired at by detectives who were trailing there vehicles.
“I have just been attacked by unknown individuals claiming to be DCI officers. These people, heavily armed and moving with force, ambushed my convoy, disarmed my security team—confiscating their firearms—and pursued my vehicle.
One of my security personnel managed to escape and helped me flee into a nearby bush for safety. They shot at my vehicle, aiming directly at me. Shortly after, they emerged with at least 15 AK47 rifles and confronted me with a chilling message—one I cannot disclose at this time for security reasons.
What I will say is this: I have not been mentioning the government in my rallies, and I have stayed true to my call for peace and progress. I am currently being taken to an unknown location, and I urge all relevant authorities and the public to take note of what is happening.” he said
