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In a case that’s shaking the core of Kenya’s law enforcement system, a high-ranking police officer has been named the prime suspect in the suspicious death of 26-year-old Albert Ojwang’, who tragically died while in police custody at the Central Police Station in Nairobi.
The man at the center of this firestorm? Samson Talaam, the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Central Police Station.
BOMBSHELL REVELATIONS IN SENATE
Appearing before the Senate on Wednesday, Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) boss Mohammed Amin dropped a bombshell—Talaam allegedly gave direct instructions not to book Ojwang’ into custody, despite the young man’s arrest on cybercrime allegations in Homa Bay.
“The report office personnel called the OCS. He refused to have Ojwang’ booked in,” said Amin.
“All signs point to Talaam. He is the officer in charge, and we now view him as the main suspect.”
OJWANG’S FINAL HOURS — A NATION IN SHOCK
Ojwang’, accused of cybercrime, was transported from Homa Bay to Nairobi. Hours later, he was dead.
Police initially claimed he died after hitting his head on a wall.
But a shocking autopsy report by government pathologist Dr. Bernard Midia has torn that story apart.
“The head injuries are not consistent with a fall or impact on a wall,” said Dr. Midia.
“There was bleeding on all sides of the head — front, back, sides — along with injuries to the arms and torso. These were not self-inflicted. This is suspicious. This is serious.”
FROM HOMA BAY TO NAIROBI — QUESTIONS MOUNT
Mohammed Amin confirmed that transporting Ojwang’ to Nairobi was legal under Kenya’s Criminal Procedure Code, given the nature of cybercrime, which often spans jurisdictions.
“There was no need for a court order. The suspect was signed out of Mawego Police Station at 4:00 p.m. and arrived at Central Police Station at 9:32 p.m.,” said Amin.
“We tracked the DCI vehicle carrying him. It went directly to Central.”
A GPS trail from the DCI-issued Subaru (plate number GK C519B) supports the claim that Ojwang’ was not held elsewhere—but what happened during those five hours?
HIS LAST CALL… TO HIS WIFE
In a haunting detail, Amin revealed Ojwang’ made a final call to his wife just minutes before entering the Central Police Station.
“He called her at 21:24 hours—just before the nightmare began.”
Despite DCI’s claims that Ojwang’ was treated humanely—officers allegedly bought him refreshments during a stop in Narok—his injuries tell a darker story.
DIG LAGAT UNDER SCRUTINY
The controversy has now reached the upper echelons of the police hierarchy. Deputy Inspector General Eliud Lagat has come under fire amid “very serious allegations.”
But Amin insisted the DIG is cooperating fully.
“Lagat filed a complaint with the DCI, just like any citizen. He has not interfered with the investigation in any way.”
DEMAND FOR JUSTICE
As Kenyans react with anger and disbelief, pressure mounts on the Senate and investigative agencies to act swiftly.
The tragic death of Albert Ojwang’ is no longer just a case—it’s a national crisis highlighting systemic issues in police accountability.
The Senate probe continues.
Justice for Ojwang’ is now a test for Kenya’s justice system.
