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Dutch Tourist Deported Following Assault, Vandalism at Diani Guesthouse

DIANI, Kenya – A Dutch tourist is in the custody of immigration authorities and has been processed for deportation following a violent episode that culminated in his arrest last week for assaulting a local woman and vandalizing a Beach Road guesthouse.

The incident, which unfolded on the evening of October 28, prompted a swift response from Diani police after receiving a distress call from the management of the coastal cottage. Reports indicated a guest was on a destructive rampage, causing significant property damage and creating a scene that alarmed staff and other visitors.

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Led by the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) for Diani, law enforcement units arrived at the scene, located five kilometres from the main police station, to find the suspect barricaded inside his room.

“He was initially uncooperative and refused to open the door,” a police insider, who spoke on condition of anonymity, revealed. “Officers engaged in a tense several-minute standoff, persuading him to surrender peacefully.”

Upon gaining entry, a search of the room yielded a small packet of a white powder, preliminarily suspected to be a narcotic substance. Authorities believe the suspect was under the influence at the time of the alleged offences.

The drama, however, did not subside with the arrest. A video, which later circulated widely on social media, captured the Dutch national in a profanity-laced tirade at the Diani Police Station. The footage shows the man hurling insults, making obscene gestures, and levelling threats at officers, who maintained a policy of restraint throughout the confrontation.

The situation stands in stark contrast to the serene image of Diani, a coastal haven renowned for its pristine beaches and vibrant tourism. The incident has ignited conversations among local business owners about the challenges of managing visitor misconduct.

“While we welcome tourists from all over the world, we expect them to respect our laws, our people, and our property,” said a manager at a nearby resort who declined to be named. “Such behaviour is unacceptable and tarnishes the peaceful spirit of our community.”

Prior to his transfer to the Moi International Airport in Mombasa for deportation, the suspect offered a brief statement to the press. He expressed regret for his actions but attributed his conduct to a “medical condition,” without providing further specifics.

The case has been handled as an expedited immigration matter, resulting in the revocation of the Dutch national’s visa and his subsequent removal from the country.