Kenyan Family Demands Justice After Postmortem Reveals Police Brutality

Postmortem Confirms Torture and Murder of Albert Ojwang in Kenya; Family Demands Justice Nairobi, Kenya – The family of Albert Ojwang is demanding justice after a postmortem examination revealed that he was brutally tortured and murdered while in police custody. The report, released on June 10th, 2025, sparked outrage and protests in Kenya. A video circulating online shows Ojwang's family at a press conference, emotionally appealing for accountability. "Sad as Postmortem Pathology's Results Shows that Albert Ojwang was indeed tórturêd, beatên up & murd*red, just must prevail," stated Faith Odihambe, a spokesperson for the family. The video depicts the family's visible grief and anger. The postmortem report detailed severe injuries consistent with torture, including wounds on his hands and a swollen face. This contradicts initial police statements suggesting Ojwang died from an accidental head injury. The family is calling for a full investigation into the circumstances surrounding Ojwang's death and the prosecution of those responsible. The incident highlights growing concerns about police brutality and the need for greater accountability within law enforcement in Kenya.