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Why launch of digital OB will change how reported crimes are handled

Inspector-General of Police (IG) Hillary Mutyambai addressing the press. [Edward Kiplimo/Standard]

A robbery victim Kaguchu Kimani was in his house in Thika town on November 6 when a gang of four broke in and violently robbed him and his family of cash and valuables.

He rushed to nearby Makongeni Police Station and reported the matter. Since then, there has been no forthcoming information from the police. Whenever he goes or makes calls to inquire about the progress of the case, the officers ask for his Occurrence Book (OB) number then go silent.

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