Ruth Nyambura, Ian’s mum: My son is not a thief, the police officer provoked him and wanted a ksh.10,000 bribe.
Ruth Nyambura Defends Her Son Ian: “My Son Is Not a Thief”
Ruth Nyambura, the mother of Ian, has come forward to defend her son against recent accusations. According to Ruth, her son has been wrongfully accused of theft and possession of a sword, charges she firmly denies. She asserts that the real issue at hand is a bribe demand from a police officer that her son could not fulfill.
The Incident
Ruth Nyambura recounts the events that led to her son’s arrest, providing a different perspective on the accusations. “My son is not a thief,” she begins. “The police officer provoked him and wanted a Ksh.10,000 bribe. My son wasn’t able to raise that money, and he was rushing to bring my car back home so that he could take his sister to church.”
The Bribe Demand
Nyambura highlights the pressure her son was under when the officer allegedly demanded a bribe. Ian, unable to meet the officer’s demands, found himself in a difficult situation. “Ian was doing everything he could to ensure our family commitments were met,” she explains. “He had my car and was hurrying to make sure his sister got to church on time.”
Denial of Theft and Sword Possession
Ruth vehemently denies the allegations that Ian stole a phone from the police or had a sword in the car. “Those stories about the sword and stealing a police phone are fabricated,” she insists. “I use the car to go to work and have never had a sword in my car.”
The Accusations
The accusations against Ian include the theft of a police officer’s phone and possession of a sword, which allegedly led to his confrontation with law enforcement. These serious charges have put Ian and his family under intense scrutiny.
A Mother’s Plea for Justice
Ruth Nyambura is calling for a fair and just review of the incident, emphasizing her son’s integrity and the unjust nature of the accusations. “Ian is a good boy who was simply trying to fulfill his responsibilities,” she says. “He should not be facing these false charges because of a bribe he couldn’t pay.”
Community Reaction
The local community has been divided on the issue, with some supporting Ruth’s account and others remaining skeptical. However, Ruth remains steadfast in her defense of her son, hoping that the truth will come to light and clear his name.
Conclusion
Ruth Nyambura’s defense of her son Ian highlights the complexities and potential injustices that can arise in interactions with law enforcement. Her plea for fairness and the dismissal of what she calls fabricated charges underscores the need for transparency and accountability in such situations. As the case unfolds, Ruth and her family hope for a resolution that restores Ian’s reputation and brings justice to their family.
