In the past three days, the community of Kware has been gripped by a harrowing tragedy as multiple bodies have been retrieved from a local quarry. The incident has raised profound concerns about the effectiveness of law enforcement in the area, with many questioning the response time and preparedness of the police.
The hero of this grim episode has undoubtedly been Charles Wambua, a diver who has become the go-to person in such emergencies. Wambua’s efforts in recovering the bodies have been widely acknowledged, showcasing his dedication and bravery in the face of daunting circumstances. However, the prolonged nature of the recovery process, which spanned three days, has sparked a debate about the role and readiness of the police.
In an interview with Citizen TV this morning, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly, Gladys Boss, expressed her concerns about the police response. “We need to question our systems and the workings of our police officers because it comes out clear that other bodies have been found in that same dumpsite previously,” she stated. “The question we should be asking the police officers commanding that area station to account to Kenyans is that after the first time a body was reported, the first thing they should have known is that this is an area that criminals can use to dump bodies, so they should have secured that place. Which they didn’t.”
Boss’s remarks highlight a critical issue: the apparent failure of the police to anticipate and mitigate further criminal activities at the quarry, despite previous incidents. The fact that the recovery operation could have been completed more swiftly with proper police personnel and equipment underscores the need for a thorough review of the police’s preparedness and resource allocation.
The Kware quarry has now become a symbol of these systemic issues, prompting calls for immediate action. There are demands for an investigation into why the area was not secured and why the police response was delayed. Additionally, there is a push for better training and resources for local law enforcement to ensure they are better equipped to handle such emergencies in the future.
