Kamukuywa Member of County Assembly is currently nursing injuries after sustaining a gun shot wound, he received in a clash with the Authorities.
The Member of County Assembly (MCA), Abraham Kimungui, popularly known as “Obama,” was allegedly shot by the police officers during a fracas in Kimilili on Wednesday night at around 11pm.
The incident happened after allegations of an attempt to evade clearance by the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) while ferrying ethanol.
According to reports, The confrontation escalated, resulting in the use of live ammunition by the police.
Kimungui, serving his first term as the MCA for Kamukuywa Ward, was rushed to a hospital in Bungoma, where he is currently receiving treatment. Medical reports indicate that while the injuries are serious, they are not life-threatening.
Kimungui, who has a background as a long- term businessman in Kamukuywa market, is said to have been involved in the transportation of goods when the fracas occurred.
The National Police Service is however, yet to issue an official statement regarding the incident that has ignited a debate.
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