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The Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA) has issued an update on investigations into the shooting of a grade six boy in Mombasa.
In a statement on January 6, IPOA said it has launched investigations into the fatal shooting of a 14-year-old boy on New Year’s Eve and provided a status update.
IPOA, the investigation was launched on January 2, 2026, and is currently at an advanced stage following the death of Dennis Ringa Swaleh at Utange-Swale Nguru, Shopping Centre, Kisauni Subcounty in Mombasa County.
IPOA Witnesses and Evidence
The Authority said key witnesses, including police officers and members of the public, have been interviewed and their statements recorded, while evidence from the scene of the incident and other police documents have been obtained and preserved.
“Key witnesses, including police officers and members of the public, have been interviewed and their statements recorded. Evidence from the scene of the incident and other police documents have been obtained and preserved,” IPOA said.
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Postmortem and Interviews
IPOA investigators attended the postmortem examination on January 5, 2026.
Further, more witnesses are set to be interviewed, and some of the evidence collected will be submitted for ballistic examination.
The Authority has consoled the family and friends of the deceased and prays that they find solace at this difficult time.
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IPOA said it will forward the investigation file to the Director of Public Prosecutions after the investigation is completed with necessary recommendations as to the culpability of the officers concerned.
“IPOA commits to fair, impartial, and independent investigations,” the Authority said.
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Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja during a past event. PHOTO/NPS
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