Mohamed Mubarak Juma was on Monday morning charged with the offence of malicious damage contrary to section 339(1) of the penal code. He pleaded not guilty to the charges before Kilifi Senior Principal Magistrate Justus Kituku. Three journalists; Elias Yaa (The Star), Daniel Peshu (NTV) and Maureen Ongala (Daily Nation) were covering a peaceful demonstration at the grounds. The county Head of Inspectorate and other officers from the office of the governor accompanied Mramba. The group tore the placards from the protestors and started attacking journalists who were taking photos.

Source: Daily Nation January 16, 2023 15:21 UTC