Suspects detained for 7 days over the June 25th protests in Kikuyu

Seven suspects have been arraigned before the Kiambu Law Court, facing criminal charges stemming from the violent demonstrations that took place on June 25, 2025, in Kikuyu, Kiambu County.

Sammy Ndung’u Kariuki (Ndoji), Simon Njoroge Hiuhu, Ali Shama Tabet,, Lawrence Kariuki Ndung’u, James Njuguna Mwaura, Lewis Kariuki Njuhi and Peter Njenga Ngina, are under investigation for a range of criminal offences, including arson, robbery with violence, shop breaking and theft.

After reviewing the evidence presented by detectives based at Kikuyu Sub-County, the court ordered that the suspects be held at Kiambu Police Station for a period of seven days to facilitate a thorough investigation.