The death of Albert Ojwang, a political blogger, while in police custody has sparked widespread protests in Nairobi, highlighting deep-seated issues of police brutality in Kenya. Arrested for criticizing a high-ranking police official, Ojwang was said to have fatally injured himself, but autopsy results indicated otherwise, revealing signs of assault. In a notable shift, President William Ruto publicly admitted that Ojwang's death occurred due to police actions. The protests represent mounting frustration over police misconduct and calls for accountability amidst historical patterns of extrajudicial killings.
Police spokesperson Michael Muchiri reported that a constable has been arrested related to the death of political blogger Albert Ojwang, which sparked street protests in Nairobi.
Autopsy findings indicated blunt force trauma, challenging initial police claims that Ojwang's injuries were self-inflicted, raising concerns over police brutality in Kenya.
President William Ruto acknowledged that Ojwang's death was due to police actions, marking a significant turnaround from earlier statements and fueling public outrage.
Protesters took to the streets of Nairobi, demanding accountability and chanting slogans against police brutality, highlighting larger issues surrounding human rights in the country.
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