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August 13, 2026
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NPS Explains Fate of Officers on Duty After Deaths in Police Custody

NPS Explains Fate of Officers on Duty After Deaths in Police Custody

NPS clarified procedures for handling deaths in police custody amid renewed scrutiny, following IG Kanja’s directive on the immediate interdiction of officers...

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The National Police Service (NPS) has established new procedures for handling deaths in police custody, mandating the immediate interdiction of key officers involved. This directive follows recent incidents and aims to enhance accountability.

  • Key officers, including the Occurrence Book recorder, cell sentry, and duty officer, will be interdicted pending investigations.
  • The NPS stated that investigations will be immediate, thorough, and impartial.
  • This clarification comes amid heightened scrutiny, including the case of Gedion Makau, who reportedly died at Kilungu Police Station on August 4.

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