LSK President Faith Odhiambo Reveals Shocking Police Charges Against Protesters, Calls for Fair Treatment
The President of the Law Society of Kenya (LSK), Faith Odhiambo, expressed profound dismay at the decision to charge detained protesters with a criminal offense.
LSK’s president revealed that protesters held at Central Police Station were facing allegations of mugging.
She indicated that lawyers had sought clarification from the police regarding these charges, criticizing the authorities for potentially violating the law.
Consequently, she urged the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) not to pursue legal action against arrested protesters based on unfounded accusations.
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“This morning, we arrived at Central Police Station at 8 am to follow up on the release. To our shock, peaceful demonstrators were accused of mugging without any substantiation,” stated the LSK president, calling on the ODPP to prevent unjust and false charges against Kenyan citizens.
Additionally, she affirmed the Society’s commitment to providing legal representation for peaceful protesters detained during Tuesday’s demonstrations nationwide.
Meanwhile, in various regions, police released some protesters following interventions.
“Our teams across all 23 counties where demonstrations were reported have been tirelessly ensuring no protesters face unlawful detention. We successfully secured the release of demonstrators in Kitengela, Kahawa, and Mombasa, and will continue monitoring and offering necessary legal support,” she noted.
She also encouraged Kenyans with information about individuals still in police custody to contact officers via the toll-free number 0800720434.
LSK President Faith Odhiambo Reveals Shocking Police Charges Against Protesters, Calls for Fair Treatment
