Juja Member of Parliament George Koimburi was found early Monday morning in Kibichoi, hours after reportedly being abducted during a church service in Kiambu County.
George Koimburi who had been missing since Sunday 25 May afternoon, appeared physically distressed and unable to speak when discovered. Witnesses say he showed visible signs of torture.
Koimburi was allegedly taken by unknown individuals during a sermon at Full Gospel Church in Mugutha.
According to churchgoers, a group of men hustled him into a Subaru vehicle in full view of the congregation.
His abduction came just 48 hours after he narrowly escaped a similar incident, reportedly fleeing on a motorcycle.
MP George Koimburi Abduction
A video clip capturing the event showed the Member of Parliament being whisked away in a silver Subaru Forester with civilian license plates.
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While the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has distanced itself from the abduction, it acknowledged that Koimburi has been under investigation since Friday over allegations related to land fraud and possible misappropriation of Constituency Development Funds (CDF).
Early on Mrs. Koimburi had voiced her disappointment over the situation, highlighting past instances when authorities confiscated her husband’s phone and vehicle during investigations, yet failed to inform the family of his location.
“The last time they detained him, they took everything — his phone, his car — and we’ve heard nothing since. It’s heartbreaking because those meant to protect us are now causing us distress,” she said.
Political Tension in the Country
This incident comes on the heels of political tensions that flared up the previous day in Kakamega, where police disrupted scheduled rallies organized by the Democratic Change Party (DCP).
During the unrest, DCP’s Deputy Leader, Cleophas Malala, had his vehicle seized amid accusations of reckless driving.
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DCP leader Rigathi Gachagua strongly criticized the authorities, claiming the actions are part of a broader campaign aimed at suppressing opposition voices.
“It began with me — I was physically assaulted. Then in Meru, they targeted Mithika Linturi. Justin Muturi faced a similar ordeal in Embu. Now, in Murang’a, they are going after our promising leader Ndindi Nyoro,” Gachagua stated. He condemned the ongoing incidents and demanded accountability.
Gachagua also took aim at President William Ruto, accusing him of fostering political intolerance.
He encouraged residents of the Mt. Kenya region to reconsider their participation in government-run empowerment initiatives.
“Women endure long hours in the sun, only to receive 500 shillings — how is that empowering? This should be thoroughly examined,” he added.
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