A trail of destruction, looting, and rampant theft marred President William Ruto's visit to Mathare, Nairobi.

Groups of rowdy youths terrorised residents and motorists along Thika Road, Outering Road, and Juja Road.

The chaos, which unfolded both before and after the event, saw Kenyans losing their valuables in broad daylight as criminals took advantage of the large crowds.

According to eyewitnesses, the looting spree began long before the president arrived, with gangs of young men targeting unsuspecting individuals and snatching mobile phones and other valuables.