By Andrew Kariuki
Traffic was disrupted on Friday after alleged goons blocked a section of the road at Kathita Bridge in Meru Town ahead of the expected arrival of leaders affiliated with the United Opposition for a political rally in the area.
Images circulating on social media show large tree branches and vegetation placed across the road, effectively obstructing vehicles from passing through the bridge and forcing motorists and pedestrians to navigate around the blockage.
The incident showed that the road had been blocked by individuals believed to be attempting to interfere with movement in the area before the planned opposition gathering.
Photos shared online show utter road chaos as several residents standing near the scene while others attempted to move past the fallen branches along the roadside.
The obstruction caused temporary disruption to traffic flow in the area, particularly for motorists attempting to access Meru town through the Kathita Bridge route.
It was not immediately clear who was responsible for placing the trees across the road and authorities had not issued an official statement at the time of publication.
The development comes as political activity intensifies in different parts of the country, with opposition leaders holding rallies and public engagements across several counties.
Police are expected to assess the situation and restore normal traffic flow along the affected road.
Further updates are expected as more details emerge regarding the incident and the planned political rally.
