Kenyan Blogger Dies in Police Custody, Sparking Outrage and Investigation

Kenyan Blogger Dies in Police Custody: Investigation Launched Nairobi, Kenya – A blogger, Albert Ojwang, died in police custody in Kenya, sparking an investigation. Ojwang was arrested on Friday, June 6th, 2025, in Homa Bay County, on charges of false publication. According to a police press conference, he was later transferred to Nairobi for questioning. "On Saturday, during a routine cell inspection, Ojwang was found unconscious," stated a police spokesperson in a press conference. He was immediately rushed to a hospital but declared dead upon arrival. The incident has prompted an investigation by authorities, who are adhering to regulations governing deaths in police custody. The details of the investigation are expected to be released soon. The death of Albert Ojwang highlights concerns about the treatment of individuals in police custody in Kenya. The investigation's outcome will be crucial in determining accountability and ensuring such incidents are prevented in the future.