- Police have arrested Collins Leitich for setting up an illegal patrol police station in the Kesses area, Uasin Gishu County
- Residents expressed surprise that the center was not run by the government, as many believed it was set up to improve security
- Several Kenyans have responded to these innovations with many praising Leitich's courageous action and demanding his release
Uasin Gishu – One man has been arrested for establishing a police station illegally in Cherus, Kesses sub -county, without the understanding or approval of the National Police Service (NPS).
Source: Twitter
The suspect, Collins Leitich, also known as Chepkulei, a resident of Asis village in Ndugulu area, had set up a fake police station and even painted the police colors to look like it was legitimate.
The fake patrol center was discovered by local police, who immediately began investigating.
Officials from Kamuyu police station, under the sheep police station, were notified and recorded the incident under OB04/08/03/2025.
Residents described their shock when they realized that the patrol center was not valid.
“We were surprised to find out that the police station was not official. Many of us thought it was legitimate efforts to improve security in our area,” He said one resident, according to a Citizen Digital report.
Authorities have not yet identified Leitich's intention to set up the fake police station. However, it has assured residents that legal action will be taken while the investigation is underway.
According to the National Police Service Act of 2014, only the Inspector General (IG) of the police have the authority to establish official police stations.
The law requires police stations to be distributed equally to all counties and to be as administrative and legal facilities.
Also, police stations are responsible for registering criminal victims, addressing complaints against police, and ensuring better public service.
At present, the suspect is being detained while the investigation is underway.
Kenyans commenting about Collins Leitich's arrest
🔹 @tonyaxirungu
“This is funny, but the fact that he was able to do this without local leaders and police knowing it shows our country's failure to control crime.”
🔹 Otieno Javan
“In Kenya we have private schools, private hospitals, and private hotels, now if someone builds a private police station where is the crime?
🔹 Ras Keltwesh
“Be given to the police car and officers to work with him.”
🔹 @ProPeatv
“This is patriotism. Crime is widespread and security officials are few and corrupt. Kenyans should stand and defend this person.”
🔹 @2Centts
“He is creative and brave, the country needs him. He should be released immediately.”
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