Second petition seeks DIG Lagat’s ouster over Ojwang’s custodial death

The petitioners allege attempts to tamper with evidence, including interference with CCTV footage at Central Police Station, where Ojwang was detained. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Pressure is increasing for the removal of Eliud Lagat, the Deputy Inspector General of Police, after the death of teacher and blogger Albert Omondi Ojwang in police custody. A second petition was filed at the Milimani High Court seeking his suspension.

Petitioners seek to bar Lagat from office pending investigations into Ojwang's death.
Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) is investigating, considering all 17 officers linked to the arrest as murder suspects.
The petition claims Lagat’s position may compromise the investigation due to potential evidence tampering.

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