Public anger has grown after fresh reports of police officers abusing citizens, with leaders now speaking out strongly against the acts. The issue has touched many Kenyans who feel unsafe in places where they should be protected. One of the leaders who has spoken openly is Senator Samson Cherargei, who said the reports are disturbing and should not be treated lightly.
Cherargei said he is deeply disappointed by what he described as rogue police behavior. He explained that the role of the police is to protect life and property, not to cause pain or fear.
According to him, any officer who turns against innocent people betrays the trust given to them by the public and the law. He made it clear that such actions cannot be excused or ignored.
The senator spoke about the pain of seeing officers use guns, batons, and heavy force on people who have not committed any crime. He said these actions are cruel and shameful and go against the values of humanity.
In his view, beating, arresting, or killing people without reason is wrong and should be treated as a serious crime. He stressed that power should never be used to oppress the very people it is meant to serve.
Cherargei said many citizens are now living in fear because of police brutality. He questioned why taxpayers should be afraid of officers whose salaries come from public money. He added that fear has entered homes and streets, making daily life difficult for many families.
He said this situation is unacceptable in a country that claims to respect human rights.
He also spoke about families who are mourning loved ones who were injured or killed by police officers.
Senator Samson Cherargei. Photo Courtesy: Nation Africa
According to him, these incidents leave deep wounds that take years to heal. He said such actions destroy trust between citizens and the government, making it harder to build peace and unity. Without trust, he warned, the country risks moving backward instead of forward.
The senator promised that he will not remain silent. He said he will push for full and open investigations until the truth is known. He insisted that no officer should be protected because of rank, position, or connections. If an officer breaks the law, Cherargei said they must be arrested and charged like any other Kenyan.
He called on IPOA and other oversight bodies to do their work without fear or interference. He urged them not to accept bribes or pressure that could hide the truth. He said justice must be clear and felt by the people, adding that delays only help wrongdoers escape punishment.
Cherargei said Kenya cannot progress if police violence continues. He asked the government to clean up the police service and remove officers who abuse their power.
He acknowledged that many good officers serve the country honestly but said their efforts are damaged by a few bad ones. He urged Kenyans to speak out and refuse to stay silent, saying silence only allows abuse to continue. He ended by saying no Kenyan should suffer or die because of misuse of power by those meant to protect them.
