The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) has approved murder charges against Central Police Station OCS Samson Talaam and two officers following the death of Albert Ojwang.
In a statement dated Monday, June 23, the DPP also noted that officers James Mukhwana and Peter Kimani would face murder charges.
John Ngige Gitau, Gin Ammitou Abwao, and Brian Mwaniki Njue will also be charged with murder.
OCS Talaam to be charged with the murder of Albert Ojwang. Photo: Courtesy.
“Following the directive, IPOA submitted the inquiry file to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) on 22nd June 2025 for perusal and legal guidance. Upon receipt, the DPP immediately constituted a team of senior prosecutors to undertake a comprehensive review of the file. Consequently, the DPP has approved murder charges against six individuals,” read part of the statement.
Following this approval,the accused persons are now expected to be presented in court.
Influencer Ojwang died while in police custody at the Central Police Station under unclear circumstances after his arrest in Homa Bay.
He was arrested following a complaint by DIG Eliud Lagat.
