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The National Police Service (NPS) said action was taken against the officer immediately he was identified as a suspect.

The National Police Service (NPS) has taken action against a police officer accused of shooting 17-year-old Ibrahim Ramadhan in Majengo, Nairobi.

In a statement on Wednesday, March 5, the NPS said the officer was disarmed and interdicted immediately he was identified as a suspect.

"Upon receipt of the report, the police commenced investigations immediately and identified a police officer suspected of involvement in the incident.

"Necessary action was taken, including disarming and interdicting the officer, as well as notifying the Independent Policing Oversight Authority, in compliance with the law," the statement read.   

The NPS have assured the public that the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) and the Internal Affairs Unit are conducting further investigations to establish the circumstances surrounding the shooting. 

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"Further open and transparent investigations are being conducted by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations and the Internal Affairs Unit," the statement added.

File image of Inspector General of Police Douglas Kanja

The NPS urged residents, especially the youth in the affected area, to remain calm and cooperate with investigators.

"Meanwhile, the National Police Service urges the public, particularly the youth in the affected area, to remain calm and to cooperate with investigators by providing any information that may assist in the investigations," the statement added.

In a separate statement, the NPS said it was investigating allegations of police obstructing journalists who are covering the protest following Ramadhan's death. 

The NPS said it was aware of the matter and that the circumstances surrounding the incident are under investigation.

"As a Service, we are gravely concerned and strongly condemn such misconduct. The circumstances surrounding the incident are currently under investigation.

"The National Police Service maintains a cordial relationship with the media and is committed to safeguarding and promoting media freedom, as well as protecting journalists in Kenya, in line with the Constitution and international standards," the statement read in part.