Mourners asked the government to ensure those behind the brutal killing of the three in Mavoko/Siyokimau last week face the law. [Photo/Elvis Ogina/Standard]A sombre mood engulfed Consolata Shrine in Westlands, Nairobi, yesterday, during the joint memorial service for slain lawyer Willie Kimani, his client Josephat Mwenda and taxi driver Joseph Muiruri. Speakers said the killings of the trio has given rise to a movement against police brutality. Clad in purple ribbons, mourners vowed to champion justice for all irrespective of the social standings to expose police misconduct, a job that the lawyer passionately did. They struggled for the dignity and justice for everyone and will are deeply pained by their murders,” said Mr Haugen.

Source: Standard Digital July 08, 2016 18:33 UTC