By JOEL ODIDIMore by this AuthorThe Independent Policing Oversight Authority (Ipoa) has launched investigations into alleged fatal shooting of two young men by the police. “Investigations into the fatal shootings though ongoing, seek to establish circumstances that led to the shootings and if the police were justified to use that level of force,” said Ms Makori. She added: “On conclusion of investigations, Ipoa will make appropriate recommendations to the relevant institution(s).”DEMONSTRATIONSShe said the agency will continue to monitor how the police conduct public order management during demonstrations. Related Stories Kasarani protests intensify - VIDEOAdvertisementShe reiterated Ipoa’s commitment to undertake independent, impartial and fair investigations particularly, those resulting from deaths and serious injuries caused by police officers in the execution of their duties. Stephen Machurusi, 17, was killed and a man shot and wounded during violent demonstrations over the poor state of the Kasarani-Mwiki road in Nairobi on Thursday.
Source: Daily Nation January 18, 2020 12:34 UTC