Mukurweini Member of Parliament John Kaguchia has warned individuals accused of disrupting political activities through violence, saying Kenyans will no longer tolerate intimidation by groups commonly referred to as goons.

Speaking in an interview with a local TV station on Sunday, July 19, 2026, amid growing concerns over politically linked violence, Kaguchia argued that members of the public have lost confidence in the country’s security agencies to take action against those behind the attacks.

“If you come to harass Kenyans as a goon, it will not be easy for you. Because we cannot report you to Murkomen or IG Kanja, Kenyans will have a way of dealing with you,” Kaguchia said.

Growing concern over political violence

The legislator’s remarks come in the wake of heightened political tensions following recent incidents of violence at political gatherings, including the Ol Kalou by-election, where clashes left two people dead and several others injured.

The lamaker’s sentiments have come amid growing accusations by opposition leaders against the government of failing to curb the activities of organised groups allegedly deployed to disrupt rival political events.

The leaders have also questioned the response of Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen and Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja to the incidents.

Call for accountability

Kaguchia maintained that Kenyans deserve protection from violence and intimidation, warning that continued inaction by law enforcement could leave citizens feeling compelled to protect themselves.

DCI launches probe

His lawmaker’s sentiments have come hours after the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced it would launch investigations into incidents of violence and disruption reported during the Ol Kalou parliamentary by-election, including allegations involving armed and hooded individuals.

In a statement on Sunday, July 19, 2026, the DCI said detectives had commenced investigations aimed at identifying and arresting those responsible for the disturbances witnessed during the poll.

The agency said investigators are pursuing all credible leads through forensic examination of available evidence, analysis of digital material, witness interviews and other investigative processes.

“The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has launched investigations into incidents of violence and disruption reported during the Ol Kalou by-election, including the involvement of armed and hooded individuals,” the statement said.