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    "id": 1550207,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen",
    "speaker_title": "The Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Interior and National Administration",
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        "legal_name": "Onesimus Kipchumba Murkomen",
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    "content": "the same day at Nakuru Annex Hospital Mortuary by pathologist Dr Titus Ngulungu. The autopsy determined that the cause of death was hypoxic brain injury resulting from carbon monoxide poisoning and circumstantial asphyxia. Regarding the steps being taken, investigations are ongoing on the matter under Inquest File No.1/2025. A statement has been recorded from two witnesses. Efforts are ongoing to identify the deceased colleagues, who were reportedly fishing with him on the day of the incident, to obtain further information. Samples collected from the body have been submitted to the government chemist for analysis, and the results are still pending. At this stage, no arrests have been made. The case is pending and under investigation. Hon. Speaker, on part (c) of the Question, the National Police Service has implemented several measures to enhance the safety and security of fishermen. The aim is to create a safer environment for fishermen while promoting responsible and sustainable fishing practices. They are: 1. Increased police patrols and visibility. Strengthening both foot and mobile patrols along the lakes and other water resources. Maintaining a strong police presence in key fishing zones to deter criminal activities. Community engagement in fishing regulations. Promote responsible fishing practices and protect marine resources. 2. Regular meetings are held with the local fishing community. These sessions focus on educating fishermen about restricted fishing zones and the standardised nets permitted for use. Additionally, fishermen are encouraged to adhere to designated fishing boundaries to prevent conflict arising from intrusion into other fishing jurisdictions. 3. Fast-tracking investigations to ensure timely handling of all reported cases with prompt legal action against the perpetrators to deter future offences and enhance public confidence in law enforcement. 4. Establishing collaboration on security with neighbouring countries that share common lakes or fishing zones to prevent conflict and competition over fishing resources and ensuring peaceful and sustainable utilisation of shared water bodies. 5. Enhancing crime reporting mechanism by encouraging the fishing community to share critical intelligence anonymously via the Fichua Kwa DCI toll-free number 0800 722 208, thus guaranteeing the confidentiality and safety of whistleblowers. I thank you, Hon. Speaker."
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