Eliud Lagat, the Deputy Inspector General of Police, has stepped aside amid investigations into the death of Albert Ojwang, who died in custody at Nairobi’s Central Police Station following allegations of assault.

• Ojwang’s death prompted public outcry and led to the arrest of Samson Talam, the Officer Commanding Station.
• The inquiry is overseen by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA).
• Preliminary findings revealed tampering with CCTV footage and severe injuries indicative of assault, contradicting police reports.