Kenya’s police are facing intense scrutiny after eight mutilated female bodies were discovered in a Nairobi garbage site. The gruesome discovery has sparked outrage and fear, prompting authorities to launch a ‘transparent’ investigation into possible links to cults, serial killers, or rogue medical practitioners. The incident comes amid a wave of public anger over police brutality during recent protests, adding further pressure on President William Ruto.
Kenya’s police chief Japhet Koome resigned on Friday after facing intense criticism for the police’s handling of recent anti-government protests, which led to the deaths of at least 39 people. This comes a day after President William Ruto dismissed his entire cabinet in response to the protests. The president’s actions appear to be a bid to appease protesters who have been demanding his resignation.
A 13-year-old boy, Nyah Mway, was fatally shot by a Utica police officer after running from officers who were investigating an armed robbery. The incident has sparked outrage, with police releasing body camera footage showing the officer firing a single shot at the teen while he was on the ground. The police initially believed Mway was holding a handgun, but it was later determined to be a replica Glock 17. The shooting has prompted an internal investigation by the police department, and the state attorney general is also investigating the incident.
Black Lives Matter co-founder Melina Abdullah’s lawsuit against the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) over a swatting incident has been dismissed by a jury. The jury found that the police acted appropriately in their response to the call, rejecting Abdullah’s claims that they knew it was a hoax and responded to intimidate her. Abdullah plans to appeal the ruling, calling it the result of an “unjust system.”
In Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK), protests have erupted over heavy taxation, high inflation, and electricity shortages. The Pakistani government has responded with a heavy-handed crackdown, deploying police who have fired tear gas, pellets, and bullets in an attempt to quell the demonstrations. Two protesters have been killed in the violence.
The protests were organized by the All Parties Hurriyat Conference (APHC), an umbrella group representing various political parties in PoK. The APHC has condemned the Pakistani government’s actions and called for an end to the violence.
The Pakistani government has denied that its forces have used excessive force and has blamed the protesters for instigating the violence. However, videos have emerged that appear to show Pakistani police firing live ammunition into the crowd.
The protests have highlighted the growing dissatisfaction among the people of PoK with the Pakistani government. The region has been a source of tension between India and Pakistan for decades, and the recent violence is likely to further strain relations between the two countries.
Almost five years after Elijah McClain’s death in police custody, three responders have been convicted. McClain’s mother, Sheneen, believes justice has yet to be fully served, as two Aurora police officers and other first responders remain uncharged. Despite the convictions, experts note that acquittals for officers remain common due to jury reluctance to criticize law enforcement. The incident has sparked nationwide protests over racial injustice in policing, leading to reexaminations of suspect treatment protocols by various departments. McClain’s case has also raised questions about the use of ketamine and neck restraints by paramedics, resulting in legislative efforts to curb these practices.
Protests demanding the release of hostages descended into chaos in Jerusalem, resulting in confrontations between demonstrators and police. Protesters overturned garbage cans, set fires, and blocked traffic, while police responded with force. The situation escalated after the release of a new video showing the hostages.
A police dog brutally attacked an unarmed Black man during a traffic stop in Denison, Texas, last year. The incident, captured on body camera footage, shows the officer, identified as Tyler Buchanan, unleashing the dog on Derrick Dunlap, 54, as his 9-year-old son watched in horror. Dunlap sustained serious injuries in the attack, including bite marks on his back and arms. He has filed a lawsuit against Buchanan, alleging excessive force and civil rights violations. The Denison Police Department has not publicly acknowledged the incident or taken any disciplinary action against Buchanan.
A woman suing Jackson, Mississippi, over her brother’s death has rejected a settlement after the city publicly disclosed the amount, violating a confidentiality agreement. The payment, approved unanimously by the City Council, was for $17,786. The family’s attorney stated they will continue suing due to the breach and the city’s perceived inference of victory. The lawsuit alleges officers brutally beat George Robinson, who later died from brain bleeding. A former detective was initially convicted of culpable negligence manslaughter but had his conviction overturned on appeal.
A woman who sued the city of Jackson, Mississippi, over the death of her brother has rejected a settlement offer after officials publicly disclosed the amount of the payment. The family’s attorney alleges that the city violated a confidentiality agreement and continues to pursue the lawsuit. The settlement, which was approved by the Jackson City Council, is not an admission of liability by the city or the three officers named in the lawsuit. Despite the family’s decision to reject the settlement, the Mississippi Court of Appeals recently overturned a conviction related to the case, citing insufficient evidence of gross negligence.
