Police-linked murder: At least three Kenyans killed per day by law enforcers
Nearly three Kenyans died every day from police brutality during the first four years of President William Ruto’s administration, according to retired Chief Justice David Maraga..
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An alarming rate of at least three Kenyans are reportedly killed daily by law enforcers, according to retired Chief Justice David Maraga.
- At least three Kenyans die daily from police brutality.
- Retired Chief Justice David Maraga highlighted the failure of promised police reforms.
- This trend has persisted during the first four years of President William Ruto's administration, indicating a continuing culture of impunity within the National Police Service.
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A National Taskforce chaired by former Chief Justice David Maraga has identified inadequate police transport as a significant impediment to effective security service delivery in Kenya. This comes as police recruits are not receiving adequate training due to unprepared instructors, hindering their ability to manage crime and maintain law and order. Separately, an alarming rate of at least three Kenyans are reportedly killed daily by law enforcers, according to retired Chief Justice David Maraga. Approximately 5,000 Administration Police officers are set to be deployed to ensure peace during the 2027 general election.
