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"speaker_name": "Narok West, UDA",
"speaker_title": "Hon. Gabriel Tongoyo",
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"content": "Under the Criminal Conduct Code (Cap 75), matters relating to the jurisdiction are determined by the place where the offence is or was alleged to have occurred or where its consequences are felt. Again, in our understanding, in cases where it is uncertain in which jurisdiction the offence occurred, the law permits proceedings to be instituted in any such jurisdiction. However, even in such cases, the rights of accused persons must be strictly upheld as they are entitled to humane and lawful conditions of detention. Therefore, the Committee underscores the importance of ensuring that operational decisions such as the transfer of accused do not override constitutional protection. The legality of Ojwang's transfer and whether it met both procedural and human rights standards remain a critical component of the ongoing investigation. On the third question, the case is already under active investigation by IPOA and other relevant agencies. From public statements, we are also informed that the Authority has made notable progress, including the recording of statements from several police officers, among them the OCS, Central Police Station, and junior officers who were on duty at the time of the incident. Post-mortem examination has already been conducted and the preliminary finding revealed blunt force injuries to the head, bleeding in the brain, soft tissue injuries on various parts of the body, and sign of compression on the neck. The National Police Service, through the IG, has pledged full cooperation with IPOA. Similarly, my Ministry is available to provide any necessary support to facilitate the speedy and conclusive determination of this matter. Being a matter of significant public interest and national concern, we are hopeful that the process will be expeditious, impartial and transparent and especially, in light of the commitment made by the relevant authorities. The Inspector General of Police has interdicted six officers pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation, and these officers include Officer Commanding Central Police Station, Samson Talam, Duty Officer Samuel Ng’ang’a, Corporal Charles Muruki, Police Constables Debian Lusweti, Peter Kimani and Evaline Kanyiri. We are of the view that this step is necessary and an appropriate measure to ensure accountability and would preserve the integrity of the investigation process. It will also serve as an important reminder that misconduct and negligence within the National Police Service will not be tolerated. It is also worth adding that the DIG KPS has already stepped aside from the public domain. Finally, I wish to give the highest assurance and commitment that we shall pursue this matter to its conclusive end and ensure justice for Mr Albert Ojwang’ and for the respect of the rule of law in this country. I submit, Hon. Speaker. Signed by Hon. Kipchumba Murkomen, the Cabinet Secretary for Interior and National Administration. I will kindly provide a summary from IPOA, as this year has been quite eventful. I have the latest update, as of today. In fact, the letter was signed yesterday, just before I came into the House, and I now have the updated report."
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