Eyewitnesses said the protesters gathered early in the morning, carrying banners and chanting for their dues.
The situation escalated when police arrived at the scene to restore order.
Local authorities confirmed that shots were fired to control the crowd and prevent further disruption.
No fatalities were immediately reported, though some protesters sustained minor injuries from the commotion.
Police maintained that their actions were aimed at protecting public property and ensuring that traffic could move freely along major routes in Kitale.
The incident drew sharp criticism from Saboti Member of Parliament Caleb Amisi, who condemned the violence.
Amisi accused Kindiki and the United Democratic Alliance (UDA) of failing to pay the youths for their work and instead resorting to force.
“They should have paid the young people who worked to ensure their rally was a success instead of shooting at them,” Amisi said.
He added that such actions undermine public trust and discourage youth participation in political activities.
Eyewitnesses described chaotic scenes as police attempted to disperse the crowd.
Several motorcycles and vehicles were briefly blocked along key roads, affecting transport and daily business activities.
Some protesters reportedly retreated into nearby streets, while others continued to voice their anger at being denied their dues.
Political analysts noted that incidents like these highlight growing tensions between political organizers and youth groups, particularly during election periods.
The reliance on youth mobilizers for rallies is common in Kenya, but failure to fulfill payment agreements has increasingly led to unrest and public demonstrations.
Community leaders have called for calm and dialogue between rally organizers and the affected youth to prevent further escalation.
They stressed the importance of addressing grievances peacefully and ensuring that disputes over payments are resolved without resorting to violence.