Each time a Kenyan dies at the hands of police under controversial circumstances, a predictable cycle ensues: public outrage, an official statement, and the suspension of a few officers.
Despite years of watchdog reports, policy reforms, and repeated government pledges, police brutality remains deeply entrenched in Kenya's law enforcement culture. 'Suspensions without accountability' Suspensions are often portrayed as swift disciplinary action, but in reality, they have become symbolic public relations tactics aimed at quelling public anger.
In the recent case of blogger Albert Ojwang', who died under mysterious circumstances after being booked at the Nairobi Central Police Station, Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja ordered the interdiction of the Officer Commanding Station (OCS), the duty officer on shift, the cell sentry, and other officers present during the incident.
However, little progress has been made in the investigation.
