Senator Raises Alarm Over Use Of Police To Recover Debts
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Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei has raised an alarm in the Senate regarding the alleged use of police officers to recover debts in his county, specifically detailing incidents where dairy cows were confiscated from residents in Mosoriot Village. He is demanding urgent investigations into these actions, questioning the legality and procedural compliance of police involvement in civilian debt recovery disputes.
- On January 16 and 17, 2026, officers from Mosoriot Police Station allegedly raided homes and confiscated dairy cows.
- The Senator is seeking clarity on the lawfulness of these actions and a comprehensive update on investigations from the relevant Senate Committee.
- The reported actions have caused distress as dairy cows are a primary source of income for many families in the agriculturally dependent area.
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Politicians and Activists Allege Police Misconduct and Demand Investigations - February 2026
Several public figures have raised alarms over alleged police misconduct. Nandi Senator Samson Cherargei is demanding investigations into the alleged use of police officers to recover debts, specifically citing incidents where dairy cows were confiscated in Mosoriot Village. In Mwala, MP Vincent Musyoka Kawaya has publicly demanded action against the Mbiuni OCS, Francis Mutua, accusing the officer of leading a criminal gang. In a separate incident, the family of Vincent Ayomo, who was allegedly shot dead by police during a rally in Kitengela, is experiencing delays with his post-mortem. Activist Boniface Mwangi also expressed fear for his life after a report revealed authorities installed spyware on his phone during a July 2025 arrest. These events have led Embakasi East MP Babu Owino to support calls for the resignation of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja.
