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July 18, 2025

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CS Murkomen issues first policy on police use of force and firearms

The CS announced the issuance of the policy that aims to give guidance on use of force and firearms by the police across the Republic. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..

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Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen has issued his first policy directive on police use of force and firearms in Kenya.

This policy aims to provide guidance on the use of force by police, ensuring compliance with Article 245(4) of the Constitution, the National Police Service (NPS) Act, and relevant court decisions.
Key figure involved: Kipchumba Murkomen, who emphasized the policy is legally binding and addresses gaps in existing laws.
The directive has been sent to the Inspector General of Police for implementation, with community discussions on security concerns already underway.

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