Drama unfolded at Central Police Station after the Officer Commanding Station (OCS) reportedly collapsed moments after detectives moved in to arrest him over claims that he released protesters who had been detained during demonstrations against high fuel prices. WATCH THE VIDEO HERE.
According to eyewitnesses, the OCS was inside the station compound when officers believed to be from the DCI arrived to question him over the controversial release of several protesters who had allegedly been arrested during the peaceful demonstrations held in different parts of the city.
In a viral video circulating online, the senior officer is seen appearing weak and distressed before suddenly collapsing to the ground as shocked officers and members of the public rushed to help him.
Voices are heard in the background shouting “Ameanguka chini!” as the tense situation unfolded.
Reports indicate that the officer complained of chest pains and stress moments before he fainted. Police officers and medics quickly responded before rushing him to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment.
The arrest comes amid increasing pressure on police commanders following the recent anti-high fuel prices protests that attracted huge crowds of Kenyans angered by the rising cost of living.
Some reports claim the OCS released the protesters without receiving approval from senior authorities, something that allegedly triggered investigations against him.
The incident has sparked mixed reactions online, with some Kenyans sympathizing with the officer while others questioned the circumstances surrounding the release of the protesters.
Many social media users also expressed concern over the mental pressure and stress security officers face while handling politically sensitive matters.
By the time of publishing this article, police authorities had not released an official statement regarding the OCS’s condition or whether he would still face disciplinary action after being discharged from hospital.
The viral video continues to attract massive reactions online as Kenyans debate the unfolding drama surrounding the arrest and collapse of the senior police officer.
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