Extortion reports against Kilimani Police Station have ignited outrage as motorists recount incidents of harassment and corruption.
These revelations come after our morning post post highlighting concerns about ethnic bias at the station, which now appears to be part of a broader pattern of abuse and misconduct.
Recent reports suggest a deeply entrenched system where rogue police officers and complicit magistrates collaborate to exploit innocent drivers, raising serious questions about the integrity of law enforcement and the judiciary in the area.
An anonymous source has come forward with disturbing details of how these operations unfold.
Officers in civilian clothes allegedly target motorists around Yaya Centre and other busy areas, fabricating charges ranging from minor infractions to serious offences.
These activities are reportedly most prevalent from Thursdays to Saturdays, with weekends described as “hunting” days for these unscrupulous officers.
The allegations don’t end with the police. The source further claims that two magistrates at Milimani Law Courts are part of this scheme. Victims are said to face predetermined outcomes in court.
Denying charges reportedly results in the threat of three months in Kamiti Prison, while pleading guilty means paying hefty fines.
The fines are allegedly fixed at KSh 15,000 for minor offences and can go as high as KSh 100,000, particularly for car owners and boda boda riders.
Motorbike riders, already a vulnerable group, seem to bear the brunt of these operations. Many are reportedly forced to pay exorbitant amounts, sometimes losing their livelihoods in the process.
Car owners face similar exploitation, with some reporting that they had to sell personal belongings to meet the imposed fines.
This systemic exploitation has left many residents feeling powerless and betrayed by the very institutions meant to protect them.
The collaboration between rogue officers and the judiciary suggests a deeply rooted network of corruption.
Victims are not only harassed on the roads but are also denied justice in court, creating a cycle of exploitation that appears difficult to break.
This paints a grim picture of law enforcement and judicial systems that prioritize personal gain over public service.
These revelations add to the concerns previously raised about Kilimani Police Station, reinforcing the need for urgent intervention.
The public deserves accountability and an end to the exploitation of innocent citizens.
Without decisive action, trust in law enforcement and the judiciary will continue to erode, leaving ordinary Kenyans at the mercy of corrupt systems.
