Mumias East MP Peter Salasya has revealed how armed unknown people attempted to arrest him at his hotel using using a unmarked vehicle.
According to the MP, the individuals identified themselves as policemen but did not have a warrant of arrest and identification terming it a rogue attempt to intimidate him.
“I want to categorically condemn the reckless, shameful, and cowardly attempt by unidentified individuals purporting to be police officers who stormed my hotel residence in Mombasa earlier today to unlawfully arrest me.
These individuals had no identification, no arrest warrant, and no explanation—just a crude, rogue attempt to intimidate me.” he said
Salasya continued by calling on the relevant authorities to investigate the matter and reveal who sent the ‘thugs’ to violate his right.
“Let it be clear: this was not an arrest. It was a criminal act disguised as law enforcement. An attack not just on me as a Member of Parliament and 2027 presidential candidate, but on the democratic space of this nation.
I call upon the relevant security agencies to stop sleeping on their job and swing into immediate action. I demand to know: Who sent these thugs? Who gave them orders to violate my rights? Who is so terrified of my voice that they would resort to such cowardice?” said the MP
The news comes at a time when the vocal MP launched his presidential bid and begun his tour of the Coast when he met the people of the region.
“To those behind this, hear me loud and clear: you will not silence me. You will not threaten me into submission. No amount of intimidation, harassment, or attempted abduction will stop me from speaking for the people of Kenya and fighting for a country free from tyranny and impunity.
I will soldier on. I will not blink. Kenya must and will be free from dictatorship.” he said
