On June 2, 2024, Ian Njoroge, a motorist from Nairobi, shocked many when he was recorded assaulting a traffic police officer during a traffic stop in Mirema. Ian was arrested later that day at his home in the Jacaranda area of Kayole by detectives from the Nairobi area DCI.
During his interrogation, captured in a video, Ian explained the reasons behind his actions. When questioned about his parents' occupations, he shared that his father is a teacher at Mavoko Boys Secondary School and his mother sells lab equipment.
The officers pressed Ian on where he had trained to fight, to which he replied that he had never hit an officer before and this was his first time.
Ian disclosed that he was angry because the officer demanded a large bribe, which he couldn't pay. The interrogation turned hostile as the officers forced Ian to insult himself, calling himself a fool and a cow under their instructions.
Why Ian Njoroge is Trending
Ian Njoroge's assault on a traffic police officer, captured on camera, quickly went viral, leading to widespread discussion on social media. The incident, recorded on June 2, 2024, has made Ian a trending topic as people react to the shocking event.