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Crime and justice in Kenya: courts, police, security and accountability stories. Fact-focused reporting for the public.
Two persons of interest arrested in probe into psychologist Victoria Mutiso shooting
Detectives have arrested two persons of interest and recovered exhibits in the investigation into the shooting of psychologist Dr Victoria Mutiso, DCI said.
Government orders fresh crackdown on drug trafficking networks in Mombasa
Principal Secretary Omollo has directed officers to dismantle drug-trafficking networks and organised gangs in Mombasa in a renewed coastal crackdown.
Police say they have exposed a criminal network behind Nairobi robbery wave
Police report dismantling elements of a syndicate linked to a wave of robberies in Nairobi, saying investigators uncovered closely guarded operational methods.
Chuka student denies charges over alleged TikTok remarks on Ruto family
Hesbon Mauti Thomas pleaded not guilty to charges linked to alleged offensive remarks about President Ruto and members of his family on TikTok.
Divorce, Property Dispute and Two Murders: A Bitter Case File
A Standard investigation-style report traces a bitter divorce and property fight linked to a case involving two murders.
State Sued Over Sh20bn Owed to Dead and Injured Teachers, Police
A suit seeks to compel the state over about Sh20 billion allegedly owed to families of dead and injured teachers and police officers.
DPP Approves Graft Charges Against Nakuru County Officials
The DPP has approved corruption charges against Nakuru County officials, escalating accountability pressure on devolved units.
Disturbing Incidents Preceded Dr Victoria Mutiso’s Killing, Reports Say
New reporting says a series of disturbing incidents preceded the Upper Hill shooting death of clinical psychologist Dr Victoria Mutiso.
How Kenyan Court Judgments Are Shaping Femicide Sentences
A review of Kenyan judgments shows how courts are calibrating sentences in femicide and intimate-partner killings amid public demand for tougher deterrence.