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Over 90 Suspects Charged in Nairobi Protests, Some to Face Assault Charges

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During the recent anti-government protests in Nairobi's Eastlands area, more than 90 suspects were rounded up and charged with participating in an unlawful assembly. The majority of the suspects were arrested in Makongeni and Shaurimoyo estates along Jogoo Road, while others were detained in Jacaranda, Savannah, and Dandora. The protests turned violent, with some suspects allegedly stoning police officers who were dispersing the crowds. As a result, two police officers from Shaurimoyo and Makongeni police stations were injured during the clashes. Some of the suspects, who were allegedly beaten by police during the arrest, have not taken plea.

Key Takeaways:

  • 93 suspects were rounded up in Nairobi's Eastlands area during the anti-government protests, with most arrested in Makongeni and Shaurimoyo estates along Jogoo Road.
  • Charges against the suspects include participating in an unlawful assembly contrary to Section 79 of the Penal Code and assaulting police officers contrary to Section 103 (a) of the National Police Service Act of 2011.
  • 2 police officers from Shaurimoyo and Makongeni police stations were injured during the protests and are not charged.
  • Some suspects were allegedly beaten by police during the arrest and have not taken plea.
  • Those charged with participating in an unlawful assembly were released on cash bail of Sh5,000, while those charged with assaulting police officers were released on cash bail of Sh30,000.
  • A 15-year-old boy is among the suspects who admitted to taking part in the violent demonstrations.
  • Those who pleaded guilty were remanded until 17 July when the prosecution will present the facts of the case against them.

Statistics:

  • 93 suspects rounded up in Nairobi's Eastlands area
  • 2 police officers injured during the protests
  • Sh5,000 cash bail for those charged with participating in an unlawful assembly
  • Sh30,000 cash bail for those charged with assaulting police officers
  • 17 July: Date when the prosecution will present the facts of the case against those who pleaded guilty

Sources:

  • "Nairobi protests: Over 90 suspects charged with participating in unlawful assembly" [The Star]
  • National Police Service Act of 2011 [Government of Kenya]
  • Penal Code [Government of Kenya]

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