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January 16, 2026
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IPOA deploys team to probe police assault on men playing pool in Nandi Hills town

IPOA deploys team to probe police assault on men playing pool in Nandi Hills town

IPOA deploys team to probe police assault on men playing pool in Nandi Hills town..

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The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has launched an investigation into an incident of alleged police brutality in Nandi Hills, Nandi County, where several young men were assaulted by police while playing pool. This follows viral CCTV footage from the night of January 10, 2026, showing at least 10 police officers beating the men and demanding identification.

  • The CCTV footage depicts 10 officers from Nandi Hills Police Station using violence and demanding identification, instructing victims to put IDs in their mouths.
  • Key organization involved is the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), led by Chairperson Ahmed Issack Hassan.
  • IPOA deployed a Rapid Investigations Team to Nandi Hills and condemned the "unnecessary and unwarranted force." Prior to the video, no formal complaints were lodged.

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