Motorists accuse officers of extortion at illegal roadblock

Police officers from Kosele police station with bodaboda riders at a roadblock at Nyatwere near Oyugis on January 27,2018. The officers have been accused of extorting from motorists leading to road lawlessness and impunity. The barrier has since been disbanded. (Photo: Denish Ochieng/ Standard)

Motorists plying the Oyugis-Kendu Bay road have accused police officers manning an illegal roadblock of extortion.

Motor bike riders and drivers of private vehicles and taxis claim the officers demand Sh50 before allowing you to pass through the roadblock at Nyatwere near Oyugis. Those who refuse to part with the cash are arrested.