A city lawyer has moved to court seeking orders against the Inspector General of Police following what he describes as a shocking incident at Juja Police Station that has now sparked national debate.
Soyinka Lempaa filed a constitutional petition after officers at Juja Police Station allegedly refused to record his complaint in the Occurrence Book (OB) on November 15, 2025. The OB is a mandatory station record where all public complaints and incidents must be entered.
But beyond the alleged refusal, Lempaa has also accused officers of confiscating food items during his arrest — including yoghurt, cupcakes and Minute Maid juice valued at Ksh 450 — items he claims were never returned.
Case Now Before Court
Court records show the matter is filed as HCCHRPT/E004/2026, with tracking number Z4K42026. The suit is cited as Lempaa Suyanka vs State Law Office and Inspector General of Police and 1 Other.
The Inspector General heads the National Police Service, which is yet to publicly respond to the allegations.
The inclusion of the State Law Office in the petition signals that the case could raise broader constitutional and administrative questions regarding accountability within Kenya’s policing system.
OB Refusal Raises Legal Concerns
Legal experts note that refusal to record a complaint in the Occurrence Book may amount to a violation of procedural justice and could potentially infringe on a citizen’s constitutional right to access justice and fair administrative action.
If proven, the case could set an important precedent on police accountability and reinforce obligations placed on police stations to formally document public complaints.
Online Reaction
The unusual detail about yoghurt has triggered mixed reactions online — with some Kenyans treating it humorously, while others argue the case highlights deeper concerns about professionalism and citizens’ rights when dealing with law enforcement.
As the case proceeds through the courts, it is expected to draw attention not only because of its sensational elements but also due to the legal principles it seeks to test.
Channel 15 News will continue to monitor the proceedings and bring you updates as they unfold.
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