Kanja Orders Interdiction of Officers on Duty When Suspects Die in Police Custody

Kanja said the directive will apply to officers responsible for recording the Occurrence Book (OB), the cell sentry and the duty officer in cases where a suspect dies while in police custody...

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Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has ordered the immediate interdiction of police officers on duty when suspects die in police custody, pending investigations.

This directive specifically targets the OB recorder, cell sentry, and duty officer.
The measure follows the death of Gideon Makau at Kilungu Police Station and comes amid renewed scrutiny over deaths in police custody.
Kanja also warned commanders and line managers that they would be held accountable for the conduct of officers under their supervision and for dismantling criminal gangs.

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