The National Police Service (NPS) has dismissed allegations linking its officers to the alleged abduction of protesters and other individuals, describing the claims as false, misleading, and unsupported by credible evidence.
In a statement issued on Friday, NPS Spokesperson Muchiri Nyaga said the police service does not engage in abductions and that all arrests are carried out strictly in accordance with the Constitution and the law.
Police Say All Arrests Follow Legal Procedures
According to Nyaga, every arrest made by the police is recorded in the Occurrence Book (OB), processed through established legal procedures, and suspects are presented before court within the timelines prescribed by law.
He further stated that no police station is currently holding any person reported or alleged to have been abducted.
“The NPS does not abduct people. Its mandate is unequivocal: to maintain law and order, prevent and detect crime, protect life and property, and arrest suspects strictly in accordance with the Constitution and the law,” Nyaga said.
Missing Persons Reports Investigated
The police spokesperson said the NPS investigates every report of a missing person or alleged abduction promptly and professionally.
According to the service, some investigations have found that certain reported disappearances were deliberately staged to mislead the public or undermine confidence in the police.
Nyaga warned that where investigations establish criminal conduct, those responsible will face legal action.
Public Urged to Report Credible Information
The NPS has called on anyone with credible information regarding missing persons or alleged abductions to report the matter to the nearest police station.
The service also urged members of the public, media organizations, and civil society groups to verify information before sharing it, emphasizing that police operations remain subject to oversight by independent institutions, including the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA), the courts, and Parliament.
The statement comes amid continued public concern and scrutiny over allegations of enforced disappearances following recent demonstrations in various parts of the country.
The NPS reiterated its commitment to professionalism, respect for human rights, and adherence to the Constitution and all applicable laws.
