NPS Mourns Death of Senior Police Commander

The National Police Service (NPS) is mourning the death of Kitutu Central Sub-County Police Commander, Kazungu Charo, who passed away following a prolonged illness. An official police report filed at Nyanchwa Police Station confirmed his death.

According to the report, the senior officer passed away after a prolonged illness, marking the end of a difficult medical journey that lasted several months.

“Charo reportedly fell ill on Thursday, April 16, 2026, at night and was rushed to Mediforte Hospital at about 5 am for treatment, but later succumbed to his condition,” the report confirmed.

Despite efforts by medical personnel, his condition deteriorated further. He later died while undergoing care.

Months-Long Struggle with Illness

Sources indicate that Charo had been battling an unidentified health complication for nearly six months. During this period, he repeatedly sought treatment as his condition fluctuated.

He had also recently been discharged from Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Referral Hospital in Kisumu, where he received specialised medical care. However, his recovery remained uncertain, and his health continued to decline.

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Recurrent Hospital Visits and Complications

Throughout his illness, the senior officer moved in and out of different medical facilities. He also underwent blood transfusions and received treatment for severe pelvic and back pain, which worsened over time.

After his death, authorities moved his body to the Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital (KTRH) mortuary for preservation pending a post-mortem examination.

Plans are now underway to transport his remains to his home in Kilifi County, where funeral arrangements will be made in consultation with his family.

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NPS Assures Dignified Send-Off

The National Police Service has confirmed that it has informed his family and is coordinating arrangements for a dignified burial. His death has been described as a significant loss to the service.

His passing comes amid a series of recent deaths within the police service. Just weeks earlier, an Officer Commanding Station (OCS) at Kibugat Police Station in Kericho County also died under unclear circumstances, raising concern within the fraternity.

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