A new legal angle has emerged in the investigation into the death of Albert Ojwang’, with lawyer Danstan Omari revealing that the Central Police Station’s OCS, Samson Talaam, was not present at the station during the night of the incident. Omari is now preparing to present an alibi in Talaam’s defence.
Highlights:
- Lawyer Danstan Omari says OCS Samson Talaam was off duty the night Ojwang’ was held.
- Talaam had reportedly handed over the station and all official tools to his deputy.
- Defence team plans to use this as an alibi in the case.
- The death of Albert Ojwang’ while in custody has triggered public concern.
- Investigation into police conduct is still ongoing.
Main Story:
Lawyer Danstan Omari has disclosed that Samson Talaam, the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Central Police Station, was not on duty on the night when Albert Ojwang’ was brought into custody. According to Omari, Talaam had officially handed over the running of the station to his deputy before the incident took place.
Omari stated that Talaam had relinquished control of the station, including the office, pocket phone, and other tools of command, to his second-in-command. This, he argued, absolves Talaam of direct responsibility during the critical hours in question.
Building on these claims, Omari indicated that the defence team will present an alibi for the OCS, distancing him from the circumstances surrounding Ojwang’s detention and subsequent death. “We shall be raising a defence of alibi,” said Omari.
Albert Ojwang’ died under unclear circumstances while in police custody—a case that has attracted public outcry and scrutiny of police accountability. The police force remains under pressure to explain the events that led to his death, even as lawyers and investigators piece together timelines and responsibilities.
- As legal teams battle it out in court, the nation watches closely seeking truth, accountability, and justice in a case that touches the heart of police transparency.
