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The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has summoned Deputy Inspector General of Police, Eliud Lagat, to record a statement as investigations deepen into the death of teacher and blogger, Albert Ojwang\u2019, who died in police custody.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In a statement released Wednesday, IPOA Chairperson Ahmed Issack Hassan confirmed that mobile phone data from individuals of interest has been requested from service providers.\u201cHaving found basis, IPOA has issued summons to the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Eliud Lagat, to appear before the Authority\u2019s investigations team to record a statement,\u201d Hassan stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

IPOA has also seized CCTV footage from Central Police Station where Ojwang\u2019 was detained\u2014and submitted biological samples for analysis by the Government Chemist.The oversight body is collaborating with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) and expects to complete the case file, including recommendations for charges, by early next week.So far, 20 police officers,among them Central Police Station Deputy OCS IP Samuel Ng\u2019ang\u2019a have recorded statements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two officers, OCS CI Samson Talaam and PC James Mukhwana, have already been arraigned.Civilians have also been implicated, including Kelvin Mutisya Mutava, who is accused of tampering with CCTV evidence, and three inmates present at the station during the incident. All have appeared in court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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An image of Albert Ojwang. PHOTO|FACEBOOK<\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThe Authority appeals for calm and assures Kenyans that in the quest for justice in this matter, there will be no sacred cows. Anyone found culpable will be prosecuted,\u201d added Hassan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Meanwhile, IPOA condemned the excessive use of police force during protests held Tuesday in pursuit of justice for Ojwang\u2019, which reportedly left at least 13 people injured.One of the victims, Boniface Mwangi Kariuki, was shot and is currently in intensive care.\u201cBesides the unfortunate death of Mr. Ojwang\u2019, there have been many deaths attributed to police action and in police custody.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Yesterday\u2019s point-blank shooting of Mr. Kariuki highlights the professional policing gaps that have to be bridged in public order management and adherence to the rights of arrested persons,\u201d IPOA said.The Authority urged the Inspector General of Police to ensure full adherence to legal standards and work to rebuild public trust in the Police Service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Deputy Inspector General of Police Eliud Lagat who stepped aside recently. IPOA has summoned him as it probes the death of Albert Ojwang in police custody. (Photo: National Police Service)<\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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