CCTV Footage Shows Goons Looting Electronics Shop During Protests in Nairobi CBD
- Businesses within Nairobi CBD were affected during anti-government protests on Tuesday, June 17
- A viral CCTV footage captured goons breaking into an electronics shop where they looted goods as protests continued outside
- Despite gunshots heard in the background, no one stopped the looting, raising concerns about police presence and response
Business owners in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD) are counting losses following the anti-government protests held on Tuesday, June 17.
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Many were forced to close shop for fear of personal safety and property loss, while others had their businesses looted by goons or rogue protesters.
A CCTV clip circulating on social media shows looters breaking into an electronics shop as protests raged outside.
Goons loot electronics shop in Nairobi CBD
The CCTV footage, dated June 17, 2025, shows a group of men opening the shop’s door and storming inside, grabbing laptops and other electronics.
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One man is seen stuffing a stolen item into his trousers as others push through the narrow doorway to gain entry.
Voices in the background can be heard shouting “rusha,” a Kiswahili word meaning “throw,” urging those inside to toss laptops out, which one man does.
Amid the chaos, shelves collapse, likely injuring some of the looters as they scramble for goods.
The theft continues for several minutes, with some men climbing onto shelves in an attempt to strip the shop bare.
Despite the looting and the sound of gunshots in the background, no one is seen intervening.
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Why were there protests in Nairobi?
The demonstrations were sparked by the death of blogger Albert Ojwang, who died while in police custody.
Outraged citizens took to the streets demanding justice and the resignation of Deputy Inspector-General of Police Eliud Lagat, who later stepped aside to allow for an impartial investigation.
However, the protests have turned increasingly violent, with reports of civilians suffering gunshot wounds further fuelling public anger.
Activists allege that government-linked goons have infiltrated the protests, looting property and endangering the lives of peaceful demonstrators.
Netizens react to Nairobi CBD looting
Kenyans online condemned the violence and questioned police inaction, with some expressing despair over business losses and rising lawlessness.
Mollena Atieno:
“People might have to turn to spiritual means for justice. In some cases, only curses will do. Some behaviours must end.”
Michael Mutunga:
“Activists, why aren’t you speaking out about this? Or is activism only about clashes with the police?”
Hon. Favour Aluda:
“Ngai! This is terrible, this is not what we’re fighting for.”
James Mwawasi:
“What happened to the NYS? And your governor supposedly has a list. Has he paid them?”
Collins Ndua:
“Sadly, they looted in full view of the police.”
Elvis Bwire:
“Business is hard these days. Sometimes, all you can do is sit, cry, count your losses, and try to move on.”
What happened to Nairobi mask vendor?
TUKO.co.ke reported that Suba North MP, Millie Odhiambo, told Parliament that the man who was shot by a police officer during Tuesday's protests was from her constituency.
She described the officer’s actions as reckless and irresponsible, arguing that such acts of brutality undermine the progress made by the government.
The man was shot after being accosted by two officers who were supposed to be maintaining peace during the anti-government protests.
Reports indicate he survived the gunshot and was taken to the hospital, where he underwent surgery.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
