The Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Nairobi Central Police Station, Dishen Angoya, has reportedly been released unconditionally following days of intense public attention and widespread online debate surrounding his case.
Lawyer Erick Muriuki confirmed the development in a statement shared online on Tuesday, May 29, saying the senior police officer had been freed even as investigations into the matter remain active.
“The good OCS is finally free. He has been released unconditionally, but investigations will still continue,” Muriuki stated.
The announcement quickly sparked reactions across social media, with many Kenyans celebrating the decision while others called for transparency as authorities continue probing the circumstances surrounding the case.
The matter had generated significant public interest over the past few days, with online discussions dominated by claims, counterclaims, and speculation regarding the officer’s possible arraignment in court.
According to Muriuki, public pressure and solidarity from Kenyans, especially on social media platforms, played a major role in ensuring the officer’s release.
The lawyer praised citizens who spoke out online, arguing that their voices helped bring national attention to the issue.
The case also drew attention after reports circulated widely alleging that the Nairobi Central OCS was already being processed for a court appearance.
However, the National Police Service moved swiftly to dismiss the claims.
In an official statement released on Tuesday, NPS spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga termed the reports “entirely erroneous and misleading,” insisting that the information being shared online was false.
“The National Police Service wishes to respond to entirely erroneous and misleading social media reports alleging that the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) of Central Police Station, Nairobi, was being processed for a court appearance. This information is incorrect,” Nyaga said.
The police service further urged Kenyans to verify sensitive information through official channels before sharing it online, warning that misinformation could easily fuel unnecessary tension and confusion among members of the public.
Even with Angoya’s unconditional release, authorities have indicated that investigations are still ongoing, suggesting that the matter is far from over.
The exact details surrounding the probe have not yet been made public, leaving many Kenyans eager to know what led to the officer becoming the centre of national attention in the first place.
The incident once again highlights the growing influence of social media in shaping public discourse around high-profile cases involving security agencies and government officials.
In recent years, online activism in Kenya has increasingly played a role in amplifying public concerns and pushing institutions to respond swiftly to issues attracting national attention.
As investigations continue, attention is now expected to shift to whether the police service will provide more details on the matter and what the final outcome of the probe will be.
FOLLOW NAIROBI NEWS ON FACEBOOK
