Interior Cabinet Minister Kipchumba Murkomen has stood by the government in response to criticism and a recent judicial decision concerning the reported use of masked police to control unrest.
During a session on national security and the battle against drug and substance abuse in the National Assembly on Wednesday, Murkomen stated that all police actions during protests adhere strictly to the National Police Service Act.
He observed that police officers across the globe don the helmets as a standard part of their attire, particularly during situations that may become disorderly.
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“Most police officers globally wear uniforms, with the helmet being part of their attire. The helmet provides more coverage than a mask,” Murkomen stated.
So, if a court mandates that all police officers must wear uniforms, it is evident that when they put on the helmet, they are wearing their uniform.
Certain lawmakers had suggested that officers should refrain from using head coverings and face masks when handling large gatherings, making it simpler to recognize them if there are claims of unlawful actions during demonstrations.
Murkomen further mentioned that police officers in civilian attire from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) are frequently sent to protests to collect evidence as it happens.
“All implementations, particularly throughout my time in service, have followed police standard procedures, with no actions violating the law,” he stated.
The CS further supported the National Police Service in response to accusations of political favoritism, rejecting claims that officers have occasionally detained individuals for political reasons.
He was replying to Manyatta MP Gitonga Mukunji, who alleged that his arrest during the unrest at the Saba Saba demonstrations in Embu was politically driven.
“I’m certain Hon Mukunji realizes that I am not the judge, and he has the option to present his case either in Parliament or in court,” Murkomen stated, cautioning that talking about the issue outside of court might constitute contempt.
“The National Police Service does not detain individuals based on political motives. The Inspector General is not a politician, nor is the DCI, and the service is not aligned with any political party,” he further stated.
Murkomen emphasized that the police have no political vendettas and operate autonomously to safeguard Kenyans in accordance with the constitution.
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