Former Law Society of Kenya President Faith Odhiambo has provided a fresh update on the arrest and detention of Chief Inspector Dishen Angoya, the Officer Commanding Station at Nairobi Central Police Station.
In a statement shared on social media, Odhiambo revealed that a team of advocates, including Gloria Kimani and Benign Overlord, has been closely following up on the matter. The legal team has confirmed that the senior police officer remains in custody but is recovering steadily.
“A team of advocates including Gloria Kimani and Benign Overlord have been following up on the arrest and detention of Nairobi Central Police Station OCS, Chief Inspector Dishen Angoya,” Odhiambo wrote. “The team has ascertained that he is still under arrest but is recovering steadily.”
The development has drawn considerable public interest, as the arrest of a high-ranking officer at one of the country’s busiest police stations raises questions about internal police matters and accountability. Details surrounding the reasons for the arrest have not been fully disclosed in Odhiambo’s update.
Legal observers note that such cases often attract attention due to the sensitive nature of law enforcement operations in the capital. The involvement of prominent advocates suggests the matter is being handled with close scrutiny to ensure due process.
As the situation unfolds, more information is expected to emerge regarding the circumstances of Chief Inspector Angoya’s arrest and his current condition. The public continues to await official statements from police authorities on the incident.
This latest update from Faith Odhiambo highlights the active role played by members of the legal fraternity in monitoring high-profile cases involving security officers.