Alleged Police Brutality Against Nairobi Mother and Baby Sparks Outrage

Nairobi, Kenya – The Kenyan public is reeling after a 26-year-old woman, Caroline Achieng, came forward with disturbing allegations of police brutality involving herself and her 10-month-old child. Achieng claims she was viciously assaulted by four police officers on the night of June 22 near the Lunga Lunga bridge as she walked home from work with her baby.

According to Achieng, the officers attacked her despite her identifying herself, beating her as her baby screamed nearby. The next morning, she reported the assault at a nearby police station but was dismissed and warned not to pursue the matter. Officers allegedly told her that the perpetrators were “criminals in uniform,” distancing themselves from responsibility.

The incident has reignited widespread concerns over the conduct of Kenya’s law enforcement, especially in the context of ongoing protests and unrest. Human rights organizations have swiftly condemned the attack and are calling for an urgent, independent investigation.

“This is not an isolated case,” said one rights advocate. “It fits a pattern of unchecked police violence that must end.”

The alleged assault underscores Kenya’s broader challenges with police accountability. Civil society groups are urging President William Ruto’s administration to prioritize deep-rooted reform within the security forces—arguing that without systemic change, such acts of brutality will continue unchecked.

As Kenyans await justice for Achieng and her child, the incident serves as a chilling reminder of the urgent need for transparency, oversight, and a reimagined relationship between the public and the police.