A police boss in Nyandarua County has been kicked out of office after a woman suffered a miscarriage while being held at the Rwanyambo Police Post.
The National Police Service (NPS) spokesperson, Muchiri Nyaga, announced on Thursday that the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) has been suspended immediately as investigations into the tragic incident get underway.
Nyaga stated that the Internal Affairs Unit, together with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), has taken over the case to uncover what really happened while the woman was in custody.
He added that the police service is committed to upholding human rights and the rule of law, and assured the public that more information will be shared as the investigation moves forward.
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