Nanyuki town was rocked by protests as outraged residents took to the streets demanding justice for Julie Njoki, a woman who died under suspicious circumstances while in police custody. The protests have prompted a heavy deployment of security officers amid rising public tension.
Highlights:
- Julie Njoki died while in police custody under unclear circumstances.
- Nanyuki residents launched protests demanding transparency and justice.
- Police have been heavily deployed to manage the escalating unrest.
- Calls for an independent investigation are intensifying.
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Anger and grief boiled over in Nanyuki as hundreds of residents marched through the town, demanding justice for Julie Njoki, a woman who died while in police custody. Her death has triggered widespread suspicion and outrage, with locals accusing authorities of a possible cover-up.
According to reports, Njoki was arrested last week, but details surrounding her detention and subsequent death remain unclear. Her body was later released to the family under what they describe as “disturbing and unexplained” circumstances.
In response to the protests, security forces deployed heavily across Nanyuki town, particularly near government offices and police stations. Protesters have clashed with officers in some instances, leading to the use of tear gas to disperse crowds. So far, no serious injuries or arrests have been confirmed.
Human rights activists are now calling for an independent probe into Njoki’s death, with many demanding that officers involved in her detention be suspended pending investigations
Julie Njoki’s death has sparked wider concerns over police brutality and lack of accountability within the force. On social media, the hashtag #JusticeForJulie has gained traction, with Kenyans sharing stories and demanding systemic reform.
Laikipia leaders and civil society organisations are urging the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) to intervene and ensure transparency.
As the streets of Nanyuki echo with chants for justice, the message is loud and clear — silence in the face of unexplained deaths will no longer be tolerated.
