A 17-year-old student from Naroosura Secondary School is receiving treatment at the Narok County Referral Hospital after reportedly sustaining severe injuries while in police custody at Naroosura Police Station in Narok South Sub-county.
According to preliminary reports, the student was allegedly assaulted while being detained under unclear circumstances.
Family members and local residents have called for a thorough investigation into the incident, demanding accountability from the officers involved.
Medical personnel at the Narok County Referral Hospital confirmed that the student is in stable condition but continues to undergo treatment for injuries consistent with physical assault.
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Human rights advocates have also expressed concern over the alleged brutality, urging authorities to uphold the rights of minors and ensure justice is served.
Police officials in Narok South and Narok county have yet to issue a formal statement regarding the matter.
However, sources indicate that internal investigations may be underway to establish the circumstances surrounding the alleged assault.
The incident has sparked outrage among residents, who are calling for greater transparency and protection of students and minors in police custody.
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