Corrupt top cop removed by the Kenya government
Posted by African Press International on May 4, 2008
Publisher: Korir, africanpress@getmail.no source.kbc.ke
DCIO interdicted
The move follows allegations that the officer has been using a car that was being held as an exhibit in a case to run personal errands.
The DCIO received his interdiction letter Thursdayordering him to hand over to hisdeputy and vacate office with immediate effect.
Confirming the report Deputy Kirinyaga Police boss Patrick Oduma however said they are yet to receive official communication from the headquarters.
Sources said the officer was investigating a case involving a vehicle theft but early last month he went to the court and withdrew the case citing lack of evidence. He however continued using the vehicle.
Meanwhile four people died on the spot when a Nairobi bound Matatu overturned along the Embu – Mwea road.
A fifth person died on arrival at the Embu Provincial general hospital. All the dead were in the ill-fated vehicle.
According to Wanguru OCSGabriel Lesikon the vehicle overturned after both rear tires burst causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle.
He said nine of the survivors were rushed to Embu Provincial General Hospital where they were admitted in critical conditions.
Lesikon appealed to motorist to be cautious and ensure they do not exceed the speed limit set by the government to ensure the safety of passengers.
He expressed concern that motorists plying the Embu – Nairobi highway are tempted to speed on the road which was recently repaired.
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