Media Max journalist Catherine Wanjeri, has today morning reported a case of intimidation, following numerous calls from unknown persons and constant tailing by different vehicles.

Wanjeri, who has been recuperating from rubber bullet injuries at her home in Kiambu county, says she first noticed the vehicles during her doctor’s appointment in Nakuru.

She reveals that her visits to Nakuru have been accompanied with calls from an unknown person who notified her that they have credible information on the officer who shot her on the leg four times.

“I started receiving the calls since August 14, about a month after I was shot on July 16. The constant pestering from the man who identifies himself as a police officer has made me afraid of answering calls from new numbers.,” she says in a distressed tone.

Pouring her frustrations, Ms Wanjeri notes that these calls are likely being done to intimidate her and have her drop the case altogether.

She openly admits that the frustration from it has made her contemplate dropping the case, fearing that the said person might come after her and her family.

“The man on the call dared me not to share his contact with the police or anybody else. My fear is that this might be the person who shot me trying to lure me, factoring in, they made it clear they can only share the details with me if we met in person,” Wanjeri says visibly shaken.

At the moment, she says she feels unsafe knowing that the officer who shot her is still on duty.

Nakuru journalists Association chairperson Joseph Openda speaks to journalists at Central police station on September 2, 2024.

Photo credit: PURITY KINUTHIA/MTAA WANGU

Nakuru Journalist Association chairman, Joseph Openda, called upon the said caller to stop contacting Ms Wanjeri and proceed to offer the information they have to the Independent Police Oversight Authority (IPOA), who are currently handling the case.

Further, he requested the DCI officers to fast track their investigation so that the necessary documents may be availed to IPOA for forwarding to the Office of the Director of Public Prosecution office.

He notes that all they want is justice to be served for Ms. Wanjeri.

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