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Kenya Police Urge Reports on Enforced Disappearances After Activist Found Injured
The National Police Service stated it takes allegations of enforced disappearances and torture seriously and called on the public to report incidents. The move followed the discovery of activist Davis Lichuma in critical condition after he went missing during protests near Parliament.
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The National Police Service issued a statement on Saturday urging the public to report allegations of enforced disappearances, torture and other human rights violations to the nearest police station. Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said the service takes such claims seriously and will investigate all reports thoroughly, professionally, impartially and expeditiously in accordance with the law.
The statement came after activist Davis Lichuma was reported missing following protests near Parliament buildings in Nairobi.
AllAfrica reported that Lichuma was later found alive in critical condition at Kenyatta National Hospital before transfer to Nairobi Women's Hospital for specialized treatment. The service confirmed it had received a missing-person report concerning Lichuma at Central Police Station.
Nyaga said the service remains dedicated to professional policing that serves and protects all Kenyans, residents and visitors.
The statement emphasized commitment to constitutional rights, human rights protections and adherence to legal procedures in all operations. AllAfrica reported that the statement addressed claims circulating in mainstream and social media regarding alleged enforced disappearances and torture.
