Breaking News: Meru Primary School Incident After Anti-Kawira Mwangaza Protest
Five pupils from Meru Primary School collapsed after a teargas canister, intended to disperse protesters opposing Meru Governor Kawira Mwangaza, accidentally landed in their school.
The incident occurred amidst heightened tensions as police attempted to manage the growing unrest in Meru County.
The children were quickly rushed to the hospital, where they received treatment and are currently reported to be in stable condition.
The teargas was originally aimed at protesters who had gathered near the school to voice their discontent with Governor Mwangaza’s leadership.
However, the canister inadvertently found its way into the school premises, causing panic and distress among the students and staff.
Local leaders and parents have expressed outrage over the incident, questioning the safety protocols in place during such operations.
There are growing calls for an investigation into how the teargas ended up affecting schoolchildren, with many urging for a review of police crowd control measures in sensitive areas like schools.
Authorities have since launched an investigation to determine the circumstances that led to the incident.
The police have emphasized the importance of maintaining public order but have acknowledged the need for caution in situations involving vulnerable groups.
