The large crowd, moved by emotion, surged toward the restricted area, prompting police officers to respond with force. They fired in the air and lobbed teargas canisters to disperse the mourners, leading to confusion and panic inside the stadium.
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen, who was at the scene to oversee security operations, was visibly angered by the actions of the police.
Witnesses say Murkomen was seen pointing at the officers while shouting instructions for them to stop firing and maintain calm. Moments later, he personally approached the officers to de-escalate the situation, urging restraint and compassion during such a solemn national event.
His intervention helped restore order as calm gradually returned to the stadium. Many Kenyans later praised Murkomen for stepping in to prevent further chaos, emphasizing that the day was meant for mourning and honoring Raila’s legacy, not confrontation.
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