This archive report was first published on 19 October 2019.
On October 17, 2019, a video of the officer went viral on social media, in which she claimed she was being deliberately discriminated against because of her minority tribe.
"I'm fed up with being discriminated against. Why can't my seniors treat me fairly? I'm ready to be fired. Why can't I be given a job like others who get at least a stipend?" she asked.
Since then, many Kenyans have rallied behind the officer, praising her for speaking out against the alleged discrimination.
"The officer appears to be being victimized, she should be transferred to her station where she can at least get a stipend. It's not about taking her to a hospital for a mental check-up," Joel Koske said.
Another supporter, Evelyn Anyango, said the officer should be given support rather than being victimized.
"Do you know how dangerous it is for an officer like her to have a gun? God will help her... she needs to be supported rather than being victimized," she said.
Inspector General Hillary Mutyambai had earlier ordered the officer to undergo a mental check-up after the video went viral.
"Her complaints were meant to be handled through proper channels. A police officer should not air their grievances publicly and show anger. I have ordered the officer to be taken to a hospital for a mental check-up. We will handle the matter without any bias," Mutyambai said.
However, many Kenyans have disputed Mutyambai's decision, saying the officer was simply speaking out against the alleged discrimination.
