Drama was witnessed in Nairobi CBD after a police officer allegedly attacked a young man in public after spotting him walking with his wife. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE.
The shocking incident, which was captured on video, has left many Kenyans talking online.
According to people who were at the scene, the officer became very angry after seeing the man together with his wife near one of the busy streets in the city center.
Witnesses claimed that the officer started shouting at the man before things quickly turned violent.
In the viral video, a crowd is seen gathering around as the officer allegedly beats the man badly while threatening him. Some people nearby tried to stop the fight while others were left shocked by the incident.
Reports from eyewitnesses claim that the victim suffered serious injuries on both arms after the attack.
The video has continued to spread on social media, with many Kenyans expressing mixed reactions. Some condemned the police officer for using too much force, saying the matter could have been handled in a peaceful way.
Others questioned why the officer became too emotional in public instead of solving the issue calmly.
Human rights supporters have also reacted to the incident, saying police officers are expected to protect citizens and follow the law instead of taking matters into their own hands.
Many online users are now calling on authorities to investigate the incident and take action if the officer is found guilty.
By the time of publishing this article, the full details about the relationship between the man and the officer’s wife had not yet been confirmed.
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