Controversy erupts as Mumias East MP Salasya slaps man at funeral

Mumias East MP Peter Salasya is facing criticism from a section of Kenyans on social media following the emergence of a video capturing the legislator physically assaulting a man during a recent funeral he attended.

The video seen by Citizen Digital captures Salasya, dressed stylishly in a light grey suit, addressing mourners gathered at the event.

Minutes into his address, Salsaya's attention shifts to an individual outside the camera’s field of view whom the legislator repeatedly implores to sit down so that he can continue with his address.

Despite Salasya’s instructions, the man, who sources indicate was a local politician seeking to also address the gathering,  fails to comply, prompting the MP to dramatically slap him in broad daylight.

Salaysa’s security detail and entourage then intervene, overpowering the man and escorting him from the podium.

Kenyans took to social media to castigate Salasya with many criticizing the legislator for assaulting the said man. 

"Former DCJ Nancy Baraza was discharged from duty for pinching someone's nose. Mumias East MP Peter Salasya punched someone in public. Our laws are meant to protect certain individuals and punish other. This is WRONG bwana Salasya," added @abuga-makori.