– DCI DPP under fire handling anti-tax protest suspects
– DCI DPP criticized for handling anti-tax protest suspects.
Accident – Death – Obituary News : The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) are once again facing criticism over their handling of suspects in the ongoing nationwide anti-government protests. The DCI has been under public scrutiny for conducting shoddy investigations before the arrest of individuals suspected of looting during the protests. On the other hand, the DPP has been accused of preferring false and absurd charges against some of the suspects.
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Police have reported that they have already apprehended over 270 individuals who were disguised as protesters but allegedly engaged in criminal activities during the demonstrations. Widespread looting and property damage were reported in various cities across the country, with security officials claiming that the protests were infiltrated by “goons”. The initially peaceful demonstrations reportedly spiraled into chaos, leading to vandalism and looting.
The DCI is expected to rely on concrete evidence, including CCTV footage and identification parades, in their investigations. However, their recent crackdown on the alleged “goons” has raised eyebrows as they seem to be relying on unconventional sources, such as social media. In a recent incident, the DCI was forced to issue an apology after mistakenly publishing the face of a Kisii-based pastor, Dennis Basweti, as one of the wanted suspects for looting during the protests.
The DCI’s admission of the error has sparked concerns about their investigative methods and the evidence they rely on. This incident is not the first time the DCI has been criticized for publishing false photographs. In another instance, the DCI released fake photos claiming they were from previous anti-government protests, but investigations revealed they were old and unrelated images.
Similarly, the DPP has come under fire for filing erroneous charges against individuals arrested during the protests. In one case, a man in Nyahururu was released by the court due to lack of sufficient evidence after being charged with chanting anti-government slogans. Legal experts and Kenyans have expressed concern over the charge, stating that freedom of expression should not be curtailed.
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In Eldoret, the High Court reduced the bond of a man accused of stealing goods worth millions during the protests. The accused, Jonathan Paul Mutua, had his bond revised to a lower amount, highlighting potential inconsistencies in the initial charges brought against him.
Overall, the handling of suspects and charges related to the anti-government protests by the DCI and DPP has raised questions about the integrity of their investigations and the legal process. As the public continues to scrutinize their actions, it is essential for law enforcement agencies to ensure transparency and adherence to due process in order to maintain public trust and confidence..
– anti-tax protest suspects
– handling of anti-tax protest suspects.
