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February 24, 2026
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Mandera police officer convicted of assault and grievous harm

Mandera police officer convicted of assault and grievous harm

A Mandera court has convicted a police officer of grievous harm and assault following a land dispute...

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A Mandera police officer, Abdihakim Abdi Saman, has been convicted of grievous harm and assault for attacking two complainants during a land dispute. The incident occurred on May 11, 2024, outside the Mandera East Police Station.

  • The officer caused a severe arm fracture to Dahaba Noor Hillow and actual bodily harm to Al Abdirahman Maalim.
  • The conviction was confirmed by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA).
  • Saman faces a potential life sentence, and this case follows another conviction of an officer in Ol Kalou for manslaughter.

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