Kenyan Vendor Shot by Police During Protests Dies After Life Support Switched Off
oniface Mwangi Kariuki, a 22-year-old mask vendor, was shot at point-blank range in the head by police on June 17, while he appeared to be a bystander at airport protests in Nairobi sparked by the custodial death of blogger Albert Ojwang. He remained on life support at Kenyatta National Hospital until June 30, when he was declared brain-dead and subsequently passed away after support was withdrawn . Key Details Two police officers have been arrested in connection with his shooting. Kariuki underwent multiple emergency surgeries, including attempts to remove bullet fragments and secure breathing and feeding tubes. His death has re-ignited public outrage and demands for justice in a broader context of police brutality protests triggered by Albert Ojwang’s death in custody . Why This Case Matters ReasonSignificanceHighlighting BrutalityThe shooting underscores claims of extrajudicial violence by Kenyan police during public […]