A police officer who was captured in a viral video drunk while in uniform has been reported dead a day after the National Police service announced that disciplinary action would be taken against him.
Harrison Mugo, who was attached to Buruburu police station, allegedly committed suicide in the police residential houses in Buruburu. The deceased’s body was moved to Mama Lucy Hospital morgue.
According to the video that was widely shared on social media, the visibly drunk officer was seen struggling to walk and eventually fell down. Two people are later seen helping him and carrying him to the opposite side of the road to a matatu.
Which Kenya are we?
Do @NPSOfficial_KE IG @IG_NPS knows what his juniors are going through?
The officer seen drunk in this video commited suicide and his body was moved to Mama Lucy Hospital Mortuary awaiting postmortem. pic.twitter.com/aO82ujRr91— Kerich Joseah™?? (@Kerichjoseah) July 7, 2022
The video caught the attention of the Inspector general of police who announced that disciplinary action would be taken against the officer through a statement on Wednesday July 6.
“The National Police Service (NPS) has taken note of a video clip circulating on social media where a uniformed police officer is seen walking alone while appearing drunk.
This is to assure the public that this behavior is unbecoming, unacceptable, and unprofessional. NPS hence condemns it in the strongest terms possible.
“A uniformed police officer is a visible representation and face of government and is required to remain extremely disciplined and professional while on duty and off duty. The Buruburu Police command has taken corrective measures for the situation, and the matter is being handled internally. As NPS, we hold our officers accountable with regard to matters of discipline, decorum, and conduct to ensure efficient and effective service provision to the public.,” read the statement NPS said.
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