A tense scene unfolded in Magwagwa, North Mugirango, Nyamira County, after a police Land Cruiser was set on fire by angry residents.
The incident happened after the vehicle allegedly hit a pedestrian and the driver tried to flee.
Witnesses said the driver lost control, knocking down pedestrians and causing the death of one person.
Enraged locals quickly gathered at the scene, blocked the road, and demanded justice. In retaliation, they torched the police vehicle.
Photos from the scene showed the Land Cruiser engulfed in flames, with thick black smoke rising into the sky.
Residents stood nearby watching as the vehicle burned, while others expressed outrage over the loss of life. The police vehicle was completely destroyed, leaving only charred remains.
The body of the deceased pedestrian was taken to a nearby hospital morgue, and investigations were launched to establish the circumstances of the accident.
Authorities have also begun a manhunt for those involved in torching the police car.
This incident highlights the growing problem of mob justice, which has become common in Kenya.
Communities often take the law into their own hands, especially in road accidents where drivers attempt to escape.
While residents argue that such actions are a response to negligence and lack of accountability, police warn that mob justice undermines the rule of law and puts more lives at risk.
Security officials have urged members of the public to remain calm during such incidents and allow the law to take its course.
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