The National Police Service Commission (NPSC) has deployed a team to Narok County to provide psychological support to police officers following violent clashes at Duka Moja area that left multiple people injured, including law enforcement officers.
In an update on Thursday, January 30, NPSC stated that the initiative aims to help officers cope with the traumatic effects of the incident and mitigate symptoms of post-traumatic stress, depression, and anxiety.
The support team, led by Esther Mwatha, Deputy Director of Human Capital Management, and Julius Menza, Manager of the Counselling Unit, has been engaging officers in sessions designed to foster emotional healing and resilience.
“The team provided a supportive environment for officers to share their experiences, fostering emotional healing and resilience,” NPSC said.
The intervention is part of a broader strategy to safeguard the mental well-being and effectiveness of law enforcement personnel.
The clashes occurred on January 17 following a road accident along the Narok-Kisii Highway at Duka Moja Trading Centre, where a speeding vehicle struck and killed more than 30 sheep. Maasai herders, angered by the loss, blocked the road in protest, demanding compensation.
Tensions escalated when police attempted to clear the roadblock, leading to violent confrontations. Some protesters, armed with clubs and machetes, engaged in running battles with law enforcement officers. The violence resulted in at least three fatalities, nine injured police officers, and one officer losing a hand.
