Chaos as Matatu Passengers Escort Rogue Conductor to Police After Assaulting Commuter Over KSh 30
A viral video has sparked outrage after a matatu conductor was confronted by angry passengers for allegedly assaulting a commuter over KSh 30.
The dramatic incident unfolded when passengers took matters into their own hands, forcing the vehicle to a police station.
Passenger Reveals Details of the Incident
“I was in the matatu when the conductor hit a passenger over KSh 30. We all joined forces and took the vehicle to the police station,” one witness who shared the video stated.
The footage captured heated exchanges as passengers berated the conductor, demanding accountability. Several voices could be heard ordering him back into the vehicle, insisting he must face justice.
“Let’s go to the police station,” one passenger sternly instructed.
Matatu Driver Tries to Defuse the Situation
The matatu driver attempted to calm down the irate passengers, explaining that the conductor was not his regular employee. However, his response did little to appease the crowd.
One passenger questioned why someone would be assaulted over such a trivial amount. In response, the driver claimed the issue arose due to a delayed payment message.
The tension escalated further when a passenger requested the vehicle’s registration details.
“He’s bleeding because the payment message was delayed?” another passenger exclaimed in disbelief.
Kenyans React to the Viral Video
The video quickly gained traction online, with Kenyans expressing their shock and frustration. Many praised the passengers for standing in solidarity, while others questioned the recurring significance of KSh 30 in controversial incidents.
Here’s how people reacted:
- joe_m.a.x: “Is KSh 30 bewitched? Judas betrayed Jesus for the same amount.”
- Collohmangara: “The conductor was wrong, but why board a vehicle without fare?”
- chizi_mtaani_: “Or has Judas resurrected? 30 bob drama every day.”
- peshzi4: “This is the unity we need to save lives.”
- Carsonfrenzy: “These 30 bobs need to be studied. Because what the hell?”
- shay_joycean: “That’s how it should be—let’s look out for each other.”
- chizi_mtaani_: “We must fix this country.”
- Matwananation: “What’s happening to our touts? Investors should hire responsible people.”
- notti._1: “The unity we need.”
- mutheu260: “This is the support we Kenyans should give each other.”
- shay_joycean: “From Judas Iscariot to conductors—30 bob never stops causing trouble.”
The incident has once again highlighted concerns about the behavior of matatu conductors and the importance of passengers standing up for justice.
Chaos as Matatu Passengers Escort Rogue Conductor to Police After Assaulting Commuter Over KSh 30
