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HomeDaily NewsThursday, June 19, 2025Community and Emergency Response Events
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Community and Emergency Response Events

Recent incidents involving gun violence, police efforts, and emergency medical responses impact local communities.

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Thursday 5:29 PMCapital News

Police in hot pursuit of gunman who shot officer dead in Thika

Police in hot pursuit of gunman who shot officer dead in Thika

The National Police Service (NPS) is actively pursuing a gunman who fatally shot a police officer in Thika. The incident occurred in the Cravers area on June 19.

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The National Police Service (NPS) is actively pursuing a gunman who fatally shot a police officer in Thika. The incident occurred in the Cravers area on June 19.

  • Constable Benard Ithai sustained fatal gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead on arrival at the hospital.
  • The police are collaborating with the public to gather information on the assailant's whereabouts.
  • Investigations are ongoing, and the NPS has encouraged anyone with information to contact local authorities.
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Hawker shooting: Court grants DCI 15 days to hold Constables Barasa, Kiprono

Hawker shooting: Court grants DCI 15 days to hold Constables Barasa, Kiprono

A Nairobi court has granted detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) **15 days** to detain two police constables involved in the shooting of a hawker during protests against police brutality.

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Thursday 6:01 PMKenyans

IG Kanja Issues Public Appeal After Murder of Police Officer

IG Kanja Issues Public Appeal After Murder of Police Officer

The murder of police officer Benard Ithai in Thika has prompted the National Police Service (NPS) to seek public assistance in the investigation. Officer Ithai was shot while performing his duties during a routine inspection.

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The murder of police officer Benard Ithai in Thika has prompted the National Police Service (NPS) to seek public assistance in the investigation. Officer Ithai was shot while performing his duties during a routine inspection.

  • Benard Ithai was fatally shot while on patrol; attempts to save him were unsuccessful.
  • Police Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga urges anyone with information to contact the police.
  • The incident occurred when Officer Ithai intervened in an argument with a cyclist, leading to the shooting.
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Key Highlights

A Nairobi court has granted detectives from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) **15 days** to detain two police constables involved in the shooting of a hawker during protests against police brutality.

  • The shooting incident occurred near Tom Mboya Street and was captured on video, leading to public outrage.
  • Constables Masinde Klinzy Barasa, who opened fire, and Duncan Kiprono, were arraigned at the Milimani Law Courts.
  • The victim, Boniface Mwangi Kariuki, is **22 years old** and remains in critical condition at Kenyatta National Hospital.