An autopsy has revealed that the three people who died during the viewing of former Prime Minister Raila Odinga’s body at Moi International Sports Centre, Kasarani, sustained gunshot wounds to the head and chest. The victims were reportedly shot amid chaos as security officers tried to restrain a crowd attempting …
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Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat appeared before the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) on Thursday to record a statement regarding the death of influencer Albert Ojwang, who died in police custody. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Lagat, who was summoned as part of the ongoing investigations …
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The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is reportedly considering summoning Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Eliud Lagat as part of its ongoing investigation into the death of blogger Albert Ojwang. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel Although no official summons have been issued, a source familiar with the matter confirmed …
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The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has called on the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to accelerate investigations into alleged police brutality during the June 25, 2024, Gen Z-led protests, following a damning BBC Africa Eye documentary. Click here to join our WhatsApp Channel In a letter, …
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The shooting of Pakistani journalist Arshad Sharif in Kajiado by police in 2022 was arbitrary and unconstitutional, the High Court has ruled. Justice Stella Mutuku said the shooting on October 23, 2022 violated his right to life, right to equal benefit and protection of the law and right dignity, among …
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Twenty human rights organizations have urged the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to take action against police officers accused of misconduct during protests against the Finance Bill. The groups issued a joint statement on Saturday, calling on IPOA Chairperson Anne Makori to investigate reports of police brutality. They expressed concern …
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Authorities, including the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), are looking into the death of Samuel Njuguna, a robbery with violence suspect, who collapsed and died in police cells at Githurai Kimbo police station while awaiting a court appearance. The incident was reported by fellow detainees, leading to immediate transport to …
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