Watchdog blames 'disproportionate force' by Kenya police for protest deaths
Summary
Kenya's police watchdog reported that police used more force than necessary during a series of protests where 65 people were killed. The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa) linked most of these deaths to police actions during four days of protests about police brutality and government policies. Both civilians and police officers were injured, and there was damage to property.Key Facts
- The protests took place over four days, with 65 people dying and many getting injured.
- The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa) says police used "disproportionate force."
- 342 civilians and 171 police officers were injured during the protests.
- Demonstrations were sparked by issues like police brutality and discontent with government policies.
- The first protest started in Nairobi on June 12, following the death of blogger Albert Ojwang in police custody.
- On June 23, 23 people died during protests marking a year since previous anti-government demonstrations.
- President William Ruto told police to shoot at protesters' legs to stop them without killing.
- Rights groups criticized the government for its handling of the protests, accusing it of allowing deadly force.
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