IMLU Report Highlights an Increase in Killings and Deaths in Police Custody - November 2025

The Independent Medico-Legal Unit (IMLU) has released a new report indicating a rise in deaths occurring in police custody in Kenya. The organization raised concerns about a rising number of deaths in custody, labeling certain facilities as "cells of death." The report also highlights a concerning increase in killings committed by the police. IMLU is currently investigating numerous incidents of excessive force and deaths in police custody. This alarming trend has been brought to public attention through daily news reports across the country.