Gunshots Rock Gachagua's Party Launch: Murkomen Demands Security Review

Gunshots Erupt at Gachagua's Party Launch: Murkomen Calls for Security Review Chaos erupted at the launch of Deputy President Gachagua's new political party, the DCP, in Kenya on May 15, 2025. Gunshots rang out during the event, causing panic among attendees. Senator Kipchumba Murkomen, a prominent figure in Kenyan politics, addressed the incident, stating, "Investigations will go on to establish who exactly they were, why they did what they did." The incident raises concerns about security protocols at large political gatherings. Murkomen urged political leaders to prioritize security and engage the services of the National Police Service during public events. "We would like to ask all leaders, regardless of their political affiliations, to seek the services of national police service when they are having public events," he said. The incident underscores the need for better crowd control and security planning to prevent future incidents and ensure the safety of the public.