Kenyan Senate Investigates Death in Police Custody

Kenyan Senate Hears Police Testimony on Death of Albert Omondi Ojwang Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenyan Senate convened a session on June 11, 2025, to hear testimony from the Inspector General of Police regarding the death of Albert Omondi Ojwang, who died while in police custody. The IG stated that a post-mortem examination revealed the cause of death was blunt force trauma. Evidence presented included head injuries, neck pressure, and superficial injuries on Ojwang's body. "The post-mortem was witnessed and documented by officers from the Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA)," the IG reported. The investigation, he added, is ongoing under IPOA's direction. This case highlights concerns about the safety and well-being of individuals in police custody in Kenya. The Senate's attention to this matter underscores the importance of accountability and transparency within law enforcement.