A tense scene unfolded in Bomet County on Sunday after a section of youth heckled and confronted Woman Representative Linet Toto Chepkorir during a public empowerment event. Security officers were forced to intervene when the crowd became rowdy, prompting police to lob tear gas to disperse the disorderly youths. The Woman Representative was quickly escorted into her official Land Cruiser and rushed away from the scene as officers restored order.
Witnesses say the confrontation erupted moments after the legislator addressed the gathering, with some youth demanding that she publicly present a detailed list of beneficiaries from empowerment programs implemented over the past three years. The crowd accused the office of favoritism, alleging that previous allocations had been influenced by personal connections rather than transparency. Despite her attempts to calm the situation, the heckling intensified, forcing security teams to act swiftly to prevent further escalation.
Local leaders and residents have expressed concern over the growing tension, urging youth groups to pursue dialogue instead of confrontation. They also called on the Woman Representative’s office to enhance accountability measures to avoid similar conflicts in the future. The incident has sparked debate across the county, with some defending the MP’s initiatives while others insist that clearer communication and public reporting are necessary.
As investigations continue, stakeholders are appealing for calm, warning that political conflicts—especially involving youth groups—could undermine development efforts in the region. The County Security Committee is expected to meet this week to review the circumstances that led to the chaos and outline steps to ensure upcoming public events proceed peacefully.