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Some victims were killed in busy roads during the day, while others died under unclear circumstances while in custody. Each case drew strong public reaction, with protests, official statements, and growing demands for justice. Together, the incidents became defining moments of the year.
During a pre-trial directions session, Ipoa revealed a list of 28 witnesses. The court pointed out that an overly long list could make the trial unnecessarily lengthy, despite its high public interest. Judges instructed the prosecution to cut the list to 24, noting that with six defence lawyers cross-examining, the case could otherwise drag on for years.
The affidavit states that Albert was arrested on June 7, 2025, at the family home by officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations, allegedly acting under DIG Lagat’s instructions. Authorities reportedly accused Albert of circulating information linking the DIG to corruption within the police service.
Relatives of the late Simon Warui said they were shocked to learn of his passing after tracing him to Mombasa, days after he had been reported missing in Nairobi.
Kahawa Senior Principal Magistrate Richard Koech issued the extension during a court mention, allowing the prosecution more time to assess case documents and evaluate the full report on the incident.
In a letter to National Assembly Speaker Moses Wetang’ula, Ojwang cited personal reasons and a perceived conflict of interest for turning down the offer
Lagat stepped aside in June 2025 as public pressure mounted over the case, which has drawn wide attention.
He maintains that the leave was voluntary, in line with public accountability, institutional integrity, and the need to uphold public confidence in the police service.
Police officers living in nearby houses said their homes were looted during the incident, but confirmed that no one was injured and the station’s armoury was secure.
Ojwang’s death led to protests across the country starting June 9, with citizens and activists demanding an end to police brutality.
The activists say Ojwang’s death inside the Nairobi Central Police Station was not a suicide, as initially claimed by police, but a premeditated murder facilitated by high-ranking officers, including Lagat.
The Director of Public Prosecutions, represented by Senior Assistant DPP Duncan Ondimu, told the court that the suspects face a possible death sentence, making them flight risks if released.