IPOA to Investigate Police Killings During Embu Protests - April 2026

The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) will investigate a police killing in Embu County that occurred during a protest at Ishiara Level 4 Hospital on April 14, bringing the death toll to three. Three people were tragically shot dead during protests in Ishiara town, Mbeere North, over the dire state of services at Ishiara Level Four Hospital. The National Police Service (NPS) has pledged full cooperation with IPOA and assured full accountability following the deaths of two people during the protests, which were reportedly over the deteriorating state of Ishiara Level 4 Hospital.