The Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has ordered immediate investigations into the alleged abduction of Standard Group Media editor Alex Kiprotich, who was forcefully taken by armed men in Gilgil on Tuesday night.

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Kanja ordered immediate investigations to establish what happened, including the identity of heavily armed individuals reportedly seen ordering occupants out of their vehicle.

“Our Anti-Abduction Unit, specifically established to address abductions and disappearances, is actively investigating and will ensure that the perpetrators are brought to justice,” the NPS Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said.

According to Kanja, the matter that has grabbed the country's attention for the better part of the day would be treated as a serious offence, particularly if the investigation establishes that Kiprotich was kidnapped or abducted.

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“We unequivocally condemn any act of kidnapping, abduction, or intimidation intended to interfere with press freedom or any other constitutional right,” the NPS said.

Adding, " The Inspector General of Police has accordingly ordered immediate investigations to determine what transpired, including the identity of the heavily armed individuals reportedly seen ordering occupants out of their vehicle."

The NPS also rejected a headline published by The Standard alleging police brutality, describing it as misleading and unsupported by evidence.

“We state categorically that the headline is misleading, inflammatory, and unsupported by evidence,” the NPS stated.

The police accused the publication of sensationalising what it described as isolated incidents and said such reporting could undermine public confidence in the Service.

The NPS said allegations of police brutality are referred to the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) for investigation and maintained that officers found culpable are held accountable.

📰 Source: Kenyans.co.ke