Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja has strongly denied allegations of police involvement in the recent spate of abductions in the country.
In a statement released on Thursday, Kanja clarified that there is no police station in Kenya currently holding any of the individuals reported as abducted.
“For the avoidance of doubt, the National Police Service is not involved in any abductions, and no police station in the country is holding any of the reported abductees,” Kanja said.
The Inspector General emphasized that the matter would be thoroughly investigated by the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) and urged members of the public with relevant information to report to the nearest police station.
“This matter is under investigation by IPOA and other independent bodies.
We appeal to anyone with relevant information regarding any missing person to report to the nearest police station,” Kanja added.
The IG’s remarks come amid rising public concerns over abductions, particularly of young people, in recent days.
The latest reported cases involve four men who are still missing: Bill Mwangi, Peter Muteti, Bernard Kavuli, and an unidentified individual.
Muteti was reportedly abducted on Saturday morning outside a kiosk in Uthiru by four men, one of whom was allegedly dressed in a police uniform.
The group forced Muteti into a vehicle, which quickly sped away.
Meanwhile, Mwangi is said to have been forcibly taken from a barbershop in Embu by four masked men traveling in a double-cabin pickup truck.
Witnesses claim that these men, along with others who have been abducted, had posted critical images of President William Ruto on social media, leading to speculation about the possible motives behind the disappearances.
Kanja further reminded Kenyans that while the constitution guarantees the right to freedom of expression, this right has limits and must be exercised responsibly.
He urged the public to avoid spreading false and malicious information that could harm the reputation of the police.
“While Kenya is a democratic nation that upholds freedom of expression, this freedom comes with certain responsibilities and limitations.
We call on the public to refrain from circulating false, malicious, and unverified information aimed at damaging the reputation of the National Police Service,” Kanja stated.
As investigations continue into these incidents, the Inspector General’s call for cooperation with law enforcement highlights the urgency of addressing these abductions while maintaining public trust.
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