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Police Desertion in Kenya: Legal Framework, Penalties, and the Samidoh Case

Police Desertion in Kenya

Police desertion is a serious offense in Kenya, punishable by law under the National Police Service Act. Recently, celebrated Kikuyu musician and police officer Samuel Ndirangu Muchoki (Samidoh) was declared a deserter after failing to report back to duty for over 10 days. This case has sparked public debate on what constitutes desertion, the legal repercussions, and the … Read more