The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has deployed a team to Narok County to provide psychological support to police officers following a recent confrontation with members of the public at Duka Moja area.
The incident resulted in multiple injuries, including those of law enforcement officers.
In an update on Thursday, January 30, NPSC said the initiative is aimed at helping officers cope with the traumatic effects of the encounter.
The commission said the program also seeks to mitigate the symptoms of post-traumatic stress, depression and anxiety.
The team was led by Esther Mwatha, Deputy Director of Human Capital Management and Julius Menza, Manager of the Counselling Unit.
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The team has created a safe space for officers to share their experiences and receive professional guidance.
The intervention is part of a broader strategy to ensure the mental health and effectiveness of law enforcement personnel.
"The team provided a supportive environment for officers to share their experiences, fostering emotional healing and resilience," NPSC said.
On January 17, violent clashes erupted between Maasai herders and police officers following a road accident that resulted in the deaths of over 30 sheep.
The incident occurred along the Narok-Kisii Highway at Duka Moja Trading Centre where a speeding vehicle struck and killed the sheep, prompting the herders to block the road in protest and demand compensation for their losses.
The situation escalated when police attempted to clear the roadblock and remove the carcasses.
Protesters, some armed with clubs and machetes, engaged in running battles with the police.
Tragically, at least three individuals were feared dead, and nine police officers sustained various injuries, with one officer losing his hand.
