Police warn sponsors of political violence as crackdown looms
The Deputy Inspector General of the Kenya Police Service, Eliud Lagat, has issued a stern warning to individuals financing or orchestrating violence at political gatherings, signalling a tougher security posture as the country approaches the next election cycle. Addressing senior..
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Kenya Police Service Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat has issued a strong warning against sponsors of political violence, signalling a heightened crackdown ahead of the election cycle.
- Kenya Police Service is intensifying its efforts to curb violence at political gatherings and related criminal activities.
- Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat is leading the initiative, vowing zero tolerance for those involved.
- Incidents of political violence and juvenile gang activity have recently been reported in areas including Mombasa and Kisii.
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