Noor Sheikh, the MCA for Jarajila ward in Garissa County, has claimed that he was defending himself when he stormed the Albeik Hotel in Garissa, wielding a knife.
Speaking to the media on Thursday, May 22, the MCA apologised over the incident, stating that he did not intend to harm anyone.
He explained that he had been in a scuffle with some individuals at a car park outside the hotel, prompting him to defend himself.
"They (some individuals at the parking lot) asked me why I had blocked the way, and I told them that I did not do that. In the process, there was a scuffle.
"I am now apologising to the customers and the people of Garissa County. I did not have any bad intentions. I was only defending myself," he stated.
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The MCA made the remarks after CCTV footage showed how he entered a hotel, wielding a knife, a move that prompted those at the hotel to run.
According to Garissa Police Commander, Samule Boit, investigations into the incident were underway, as the authorities seek clarity on the events surrounding the incident.
Boit also dismissed reports circulating on social media that claimed that the MCA had been arrested.
"No arrest has been made, but the investigation is in an advanced stage, and soon we will take necessary action," the police boss stated.
"I want to ask people to be calm and live in unity."
