Archive · 14 Jun 2025
Kenyan Blogger's Death in Custody Sparks Protests
A Kenyan blogger named Albert Ojwang died while in police custody, which led to protests.
The police initially said he might have died by suicide, but an investigation showed he was assaulted.
He was arrested after the deputy police chief complained about something the blogger posted online.
Now, Ojwang's wife and others are seeking answers about what happened.
The President has acknowledged the death was caused by the police.
The authorities are investigating the case.
Kenyan blogger Albert Ojwang died in police custody, sparking protests.
Ojwang was arrested following a complaint by the deputy chief of the national police force.
An autopsy revealed Ojwang's death was caused by assault, contradicting initial reports.
Three people have been arrested in connection with Ojwang's death.
Ojwang's wife seeks answers and accountability from the ongoing investigation.
- Who
- Albert Ojwang, a Kenyan blogger; the deputy chief of the national police force; the Independent Policing Oversight Authority; and President William Ruto.
- What
- Albert Ojwang, a Kenyan blogger, died in police custody.
- When
- Ojwang died recently, after being arrested last Saturday. Protests took place this week.
- Where
- Nairobi, Kenya, and Homa Bay, western Kenya.
- Why
- Ojwang was arrested following a complaint from the deputy chief of the national police force, after allegedly publishing false information. The cause of death was assault.
Police Brutality Concerns
Police Response and Accountability
Cause of Death
Police Brutality Concerns
Blogger's death in custody highlights police brutality and lack of accountability.
Police Response and Accountability
The police initially implied suicide but acknowledged assault due to investigation.
- Victim
- Albert Ojwang
- Occupation
- Kenyan blogger
- Cause of Death
- Assault
- Arresting Official Complaint
- Deputy Chief of National Police
- Investigation Agency
- Independent Policing Oversight Authority
- Location of Arrest
- Homa Bay, western Kenya
- Location of Death
- Nairobi, Kenya