The Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Rwanyambo Police Post in Nyandarua County has been interdicted following an incident in which a woman suffered a miscarriage while in police custody.
In a statement released on Thursday, the National Police Service (NPS) expressed deep regret over the incident, describing it as tragic and unacceptable.
“The National Police Service is deeply saddened to inform the public of an unfortunate incident in which a woman miscarried while in police custody at Rwanyambo Police Post, Nyandarua County,” said NPS spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga.
The Internal Affairs Unit (IAU), working jointly with the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), has launched an investigation to determine the exact circumstances that led to the miscarriage.
“To ensure a swift, impartial, and transparent investigation, the officer in charge of Rwanyambo Police Post has been interdicted with immediate effect,” Nyaga confirmed.
The NPS reaffirmed its commitment to accountability and respect for human rights, pledging full cooperation with oversight bodies during the investigation.
“The NPS reaffirms its steadfast commitment to serving and protecting the public, while strictly upholding the rule of law, human rights, and fundamental freedoms. Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses,” the statement read.
This latest incident comes amid growing public scrutiny of police conduct, following the recent death of teacher and blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody in Homa Bay County.