National Police Service Stories

Four suspects linked to criminal gang arrested over Kasipul MP Charles Were murder
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 04, 2025

The probe has now been extended to Kasipul Constituency in Homa Bay County, as detectives investigate the possibility of political motives behind the...

Justice for our Mashujaa: Parents of Gen Z anti-finance Bill protest victims petition state over killings
Lucy Mumbi  |  May 04, 2025

Munyao, the mother of 19-year-old Rex Masai, who was fatally shot on Moi Avenue during the protests, is spearheading the petition, which has already a...

Outrage forces state to release 'Blood Parliament' filmmakers amid fears of more exposés
Barack Oduor  |  May 03, 2025

Following the arrest of the four filmmakers, Kenyans online expressed their displeasure and frustration, with many believing their involvement in the...

No freedom to celebrate: On World Press Freedom Day, Kenya mourns a silenced press
Amina Wako  |  May 03, 2025

President Ruto's administration has not only failed to uphold press freedom but has also failed to lead with transparency, accountability, and respect...

25 rogue police reservists arrested, sacked in banditry crackdown in Kerio Valley
Mary Wambui  |  May 02, 2025

The affected reservists were found to have engaged in activities that abetted banditry and cattle rustling, thereby undermining the progress made by t...

Kenya faces UN scrutiny over police brutality and human rights abuses
Mary Wambui  |  May 02, 2025

Local human rights organisations submitted that, despite the largely peaceful nature of the protests, there were credible allegations of excessive and...

Kanja orders police to support IPOA probes amid pressure over Gen Z protest killings
Mary Wambui  |  May 01, 2025

In a memo to all police commanders and heads of formation units, Kanja now wants the police to assist IPOA with the necessary documentation and inform...

Justin Muturi accuses Police IG of contempt for ignoring court order to reinstate his security
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

The security was reportedly withdrawn shortly after President William Ruto removed him from the Cabinet, exposing Muturi to personal danger and prompt...

Wetang’ula orders urgent probe into Kasipul MP’s killing, demands enhanced security for leaders
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 01, 2025

Following the killing of the MP, Speaker Wetang’ula said he had instructed the police boss to take swift action and report back to the House.

BBC documentary "Blood Parliament" to be screened in Kayole despite government pressure
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 29, 2025

Attendees have been urged to dress warmly and carry shukas, as the screening will run late into the night.

KNCHR demands interdiction of police officers involved in deadly Narok shooting
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 29, 2025

The killings happened when locals protesting against the alleged grabbing of approximately 6,000 acres of land clashed with the police, leading to civ...

Murkomen orders fresh vetting of police reservists in Kerio Valley amid new security reforms
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Apr 29, 2025

CS MNurkomen called on residents and local leaders to cooperate with security agencies to enhance stability in the region.

Interior Ministry to implement most Maraga-led police reforms despite court ruling
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 24, 2025

The PS affirmed the government’s commitment to respect the court ruling and indicated that legal redress may be sought. He stressed, however, that the...

Kenya steps up anti-terror finance fight with elite training for 22 officials
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 23, 2025

The training is courtesy of the Islamic Military Counter Terrorism Coalition.

IPOA probes alleged police assault on woman in Narok
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 22, 2025

According to preliminary reports, the woman was assaulted in public by a police officer after a dispute over motorbike ownership with another party.

Boniface Mwangi’s lawyers accuse police of cover-up in assault case
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 22, 2025

Senior Counsel Martha Karua, who was present in court in solidarity with Mwangi, termed the charges a blatant cover-up and questioned the role played...

261 officers stranded as deployment to Haiti stalls due to lack of equipment, support
Mary Wambui  |  Apr 22, 2025

The United States, the mission's main financier, stated that it could not continue shouldering such a significant burden, while France announced a con...

Police medical insurance renewed as Sh1.2 billion hospital remains unused
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 21, 2025

Awarded to APA Insurance and a joint venture partner, the one-year medical cover runs from April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2026.

“Assaulted and charged”, Boniface Mwangi recounts harrowing ordeal at the hands of police officers
Amina Wako  |  Apr 21, 2025

Mwangi was released on a Sh5,000 police bond and advised not to publicise the case.

Ex-Eastleigh police boss, junior officer charged with torture of UK national
Joseph Ndunda  |  Apr 16, 2025

The charges against them arise from an incident in which they allegedly declined to arrest Jama for assaulting Ayni.

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