Police

Tension at retirees' march in front of Congress

October 29, 2025 María López

The traditional Wednesday retirees' march in front of Congress in Buenos Aires ended in tension as protesters knocked down police barriers. The operation, under Patricia Bullrich's anti-picket protocol, involved tear gas and at least one arrest. The government defends the action as necessary for public order.

PSC chairman mourns death of Festac DPO Matilda Ngbaronye

The Chairman of the Police Service Commission has expressed profound grief over the passing of Chief Superintendent Matilda Ngbaronye, the Divisional Police Officer for Festac Division in Lagos. Ngbaronye, a 15-year veteran of the Nigeria Police Force, died on Friday. The PSC highlighted her dedication and commitment to service.

Former kayole ocs breaks down in court while testifying

October 29, 2025 Njeri Mwangi

Former Kayole police station commander SSP Dennis Omunga broke down in court while testifying in a murder case against six officers. He recalled losing 13 officers during his short tenure amid high crime. The case concerns the killing of Wycliffe Vincent Owuor, a suspect in a 2019 Sh72 million robbery.

Senate orders insurers to compensate injured police officers

Kenya's Senate has directed insurance companies to pay all pending compensation claims to police officers injured in the line of duty. The order came during a committee meeting on October 30, 2025, amid frustration over long delays. Lawmakers gave the firms 14 days to comply.

Violence at INBA leads to 15 detentions and three formalizations

October 29, 2025 Ana Torres

A group of about 30 students at the Internado Nacional Barros Arana (INBA) caused disorder on Tuesday in Santiago, throwing Molotov cocktails at Carabineros and leading to the detention of 15 pupils. Three of them were formalized on Wednesday for manufacturing and hurling the incendiary devices. The incident adds to similar disturbances at the Instituto Nacional on the same day.

Dutch national assaults police in Diani after arrest

October 29, 2025 Njeri Mwangi

A Dutch national was arrested in Diani, Kwale County, for assaulting a woman and vandalising property, leading to a viral video of him abusing police officers at the station. The National Police Service condemned the incident and praised the officers' restraint. The suspect faces charges and potential deportation.

21-year-old opens fire with AK-47 on police in Kisumu

A 21-year-old man caused chaos in Kisumu's Central Business District on Monday by firing an AK-47 at police officers, leading to a tense standoff at a temple. Officers arrested him after recovering the weapon, which is linked to prior robberies. Two accomplices remain at large as investigations continue.