This archive report was first published on 5 July 2019.
On Thursday, Muthaiga Police OCS Alphonce Kemengua was interdicted over allegations of misconduct.
The officer's actions were sparked by pictures taken and shared by friends of State House Digital Director Dennis Itumbi inside the station on July 5, 2019.
Nairobi Regional police commander Philip Ndolo stated that officers allowed Itumbi and his friends too much access, allegedly leaving the cells to sit outside where the photos were taken.
Those captured in the pictures include TV Journalist Jacque Maribe, politician Josiah Murigu, and Itumbi's brother David Itumbi.
According to Ndolo, an investigation has been launched over the conduct of the officer, which is expected to take between one to two weeks.
Ndolo emphasized that if the officer is found innocent, he will continue discharging his duties, but if found guilty, disciplinary action will be taken.
"The OCS is the officer in charge of a police station and is therefore responsible for whatever goes on in the station," Ndolo said.
