Video: Thieves caught on camera stealing ambulance wheel caps in Nairobi CBD traffic

A disturbing video circulating online has sparked outrage after suspected thieves were captured allegedly stealing ambulance caps while trapped in traffic along a busy road in Nairobi’s Central Business District.

In the less-than-one-minute clip, recorded by a motorist during a traffic jam, two casually dressed young men are seen swiftly prying off the caps from the ambulance before disappearing into the crowd within seconds.

 The targeted ambulance, registration number KDE 432K, reportedly belongs to Neema Hospital in Kahawa Sukari.

Thieves capture on camera Stealing Ambulance Wheel Caps in Nairobi CBD Traffic.?? pic.twitter.com/eVAFN6cUlV

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The incident has once again highlighted the growing insecurity and boldness of criminal gangs operating within Nairobi’s notorious traffic congestion.

 Cases of organized groups stealing vehicle parts, side mirrors, number plates, and other accessories in broad daylight have become increasingly common on roads such as Parklands Road, Kiambu Road, and major routes leading into the CBD.

Many residents have blamed the worsening economic situation, unemployment, and the rising cost of living for the increase in petty crime and street gangs within the city. Others, however, argue that weak law enforcement and lack of surveillance on key roads have emboldened criminals who now operate openly even in the presence of motorists.

The shocking targeting of an ambulance ,a vehicle associated with saving lives  particularly angered Kenyans online, with many calling for urgent intervention from security agencies.

One X user, Kawangware finnest, wrote: " mnaibia adi ambulance, Nairobi is not safe anymore please DCIKenya and NPS take action."

Another user, Alphaz II, posted: "This is Nairobi for you, no law and order. Things are only getting worse by day #ReclaimNairobi."

A third user lamented: "The capital has fallen who will save the city?"

Netizens are now urging the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and the National Police Service to intensify crackdowns on criminal gangs terrorizing motorists in Nairobi traffic jams.