Mukurweini Member of Parliament John Kaguchia was released on KSh100,000 cash bail after being arrested by detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI). The arrest occurred on Monday following alleged inciteful remarks made during a political rally in Kieni, Nyeri County (kbc.co.ke).
The High Court later ordered Kaguchia’s release, citing the cash bail amount, according to a report from the Kiambu High Court (peopledaily.digital). The court’s decision came after a dramatic arrest outside Royal Media Services, where Kaguchia was detained by police (tuko.co.ke).
Kaguchia, who is also known as John Philip Gichohi Kaguchia, was reportedly taken into custody for making remarks that authorities deemed incitement. The exact nature of the remarks remains unclear, but the DCI has been investigating the incident.
The case highlights ongoing tensions around political speech and public order in Kenya. Kaguchia’s release on bail allows him to await further legal proceedings.
