Eight killed, 400 casualties recorded during June 25 protests - KNCHR

In a statement, KNCHR Vice Chairperson Dr. Raymond Nyeris, revealed that the deaths resulted from six different Counties: Machakos (2), Makueni (2), Nakuru (1), Kiambu (1), Uasin Gishu (1) and Nyandarua (1). 

KNCHR also reported over 400 casualties, including protesters, police officers and journalists. Out of this, the majority have been treated and discharged, with 83 being referred for specialised treatment. 

Further, 61 individuals were detained at different police stations countrywide, most of them in Nairobi County. Owing to the chaos experienced in the protests, KNCHR received information of criminal elements that infiltrated the demonstrations. 

"The Commission received information of infiltration of the demonstrations by Criminal Elements and Destruction of Property. Credible reports of “hired goons” infiltrating protests in Eldoret, Mombasa, Nairobi, Nakuru, Nyeri, Kajiado and Kisumu," the statement read in part. 

"These groups have engaged in violence, looting and property destruction."

In addition, the Commission condemned the directive by the Communications Authority of Kenya for all media houses to stop live broadcasts of the protests, citing that it violated the public's right to access information. 

"The Commission will continue to monitor the situation and provide timely updates on the promotion and protection of Human Rights in the country during this period," said the commission.