Mombasa: DCI Arrests Man over Inflammatory Video Threatening to Deal with Ruto
- On Tuesday, August 5, the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) announced the arrest of a Kenyan man in Mombasa
- In the statement, DCI detailed why the man's recent viral video contained inflammatory content
- During the arrest, DCI detectives recovered several assorted items, some linked to a political party
- Speaking exclusively to TUKO.co.ke, lawyer Tom Mureithi said inciting violence overrides free speech, especially amid heightened political tensions
Amos Khaemba, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over four years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
Mombasa - Detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) have arrested a popular TikToker.
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On Tuesday, August 5, DCI announced the arrest of Shedrack Omondi Okindo alias Hon Mosquito over alleged incitement.
Why was Hon Mosquito arrested?
According to the DCI, Hon Mosquito created a seditious video on August 1, which was widely circulated on TikTok.
Detectives said security agencies established that the viral video contained threats of violence and incitement against President William Ruto's administration.
"Detectives have arrested Shedrack Omondi Okindo, alias Hon. Mosquito, in connection with a seditious video that was widely circulated on TikTok on August 1, 2025. The inflammatory clip, which contained threats of violence and incitement against public order, quickly went viral, triggering public concern and swift action from security agencies," DCI said.
Hon Mosquito was arrested at the Miritini area, and upon search at his residence, several items were discovered.
Among items recovered were two pairs of tactical combat fatigues and a notebook with inciteful writings.
Detectives also confiscated three mobile phones and assorted documents linked to the Justice Direction Party.
"A subsequent search of his residence revealed the following: two pairs of tactical combat fatigues, a notebook with the writings, "We are going to apply guerrilla resistance tactics – Justice to all freedom heroes", three mobile phones, assorted documents linked to the Justice Direction Party, among other items," detectives said.
The popular TikToker is currently in custody, undergoing processing as he awaits his court appearance.
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Did Hon Mosquito threaten William Ruto?
In the video, Okindo was calling for the release of the leaders of an anti-police brutality group dubbed Fighting Brutality and Impunity (FBI).
He asked the police to immediately free Jackson Kimani alias Cop Shakur and former Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer Patrick Osoi.
"I warn you Ruto, and I want you to listen to me very clearly. I have been warning you but you are taking it as a joke and this is the last warning. Release Patrick Osoi and Cop Shakur. There are so many comrades out there, you don't know.
"We are tired and we will fight for our own. We are not GenZs, we are not civilians. Our ways are different from your way. Release those two comrades if you want peace. Ruto you are going over, and we are not going to tolerate your nonsense," Mosquito said in the viral video.
Speaking exclusively to TUKO.co.ke, constitutional lawyer and litigator Tom Mureithi explained that while freedom of expression is protected under Kenya’s Constitution, the line is crossed when speech promotes violence or undermines public safety.
He noted that in the current political climate, authorities are more likely to apply stringent interpretations of existing laws to prevent civil unrest.
“The Constitution under Article 33 provides for freedom of expression, but this right is not absolute. When an individual makes threats of violence or incites rebellion against a democratically elected government, such actions can legally be interpreted as incitement or even terrorism under the Prevention of Terrorism Act,” Mureithi opined.
Which charges could Hon Mosquito face?
Going by the recent trends from the Office of the Directorate of Public Prosecution (ODPP), Mosquito could be charged with terrorism and incitement to violence.
His arrest is not just based on the inflammatory remarks he made, but is also closely associated with the FBI group, whose three members are facing terrorism charges at the Kahawa Law Courts.
Other Kenyans who have recently been charged with terrorism include youths who actively participated in the June 25th Gen Z anniversary protests and the historic 35th Saba Saba protests of July 7th.
Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji, Democracy for Citizens Party (DCP) youth leader Kawanjiku Thiga and five other youths are among those who were charged with terror-related crimes.
They were accused of mobilising, organising and funding rioters to destroy government installations, including setting police stations ablaze.
According to Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen, at least nine police stations were burnt by protesters between June 25th and July 7th.
While a section of Kenyans, including top lawyers, questioned the legality of charging the protesters with terrorism, Murkomen argued that the charge was valid, justifiable and sustainable in a court of law.
DPP Renson Igonga also defended the charges, saying they are provided for under the Prevention of Terrorism Act.
Why was Cop Shakur arrested?
As reported, the DCI arrested Osoi and his friends after linking them to terrorism activities.
Osoi, Cop Shakur and Hiram Kimathi were arraigned at Kahawa Law Court, where they faced terrorism charges.
The Directorate of Public Prosecution (DPP) asked the court to detain the suspects for more days to complete investigations.
Masolo Mabonga, HOD Current Affairs and Politics, updated this article with details on what charges Hon Mosquito could face.
Proofreading by Jackson Otukho, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
