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IG Douglas Kanja in Hot Soup After Defying Court Orders

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Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja skipped court session after failing to present 8 abducted Kenyan youths. //Photo: NPS//
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Inspector General of police Douglas Kanja risks contempt of court charges after failing to appear in court on Tuesday to present six abducted Kenyans, as instructed by Justice Bahati Mwamuye.

These demands stem from several abductions of youths, which started in May this year, when they took the initiative to shun bad governance and unfavorable policies, using their social media platforms and organized demonstrations.

The IG of police was instructed to show up in court with the six abducted youths today, or tell the court the whereabouts of the missing youths. According to one of the reporters, things did not turn out as expected, because he sent someone else to represent him, saying he was not able to come due to unavoidable circumstances.

The lawyers representing the youths, Eugene Wamalwa, Kalonzo Musyoka and Martha Karua,were among those who expressed their disappointment, after the IG of police failed to show up in court.

“We have faith that Justice Bahati means business and we’ll ensure that justice prevails.” Kalonzo said.

Among the several complaints raised was that of Bill Mwangi’s father, one of the youths abducted. He informed the reporters that they saw a vehicle parked opposite their house, which they believe was strategically there to monitor their movements, because their son was abducted the following day.

“I just want to know where my son is, I am even more concerned because he is not in good health.” He pleaded.

The court has provided further instructions to the Interior CS Kipchumba Murkomen, and IG Kanja to appear in court on January 8, 2025 to explain why six Kenyans who were abducted have not been released.

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