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Police Constable Klinzy Masinde Barasa has denied responsibility in the high-profile killing of face mask vendor Boniface Kariuki Mwangi, whose brutal assault during anti-police brutality protests was captured in a viral video. Appearing before High Court Judge Kanyi Kimondo, Barasa sought bail through his legal team, but prosecutors strongly objected, citing the gravity of the charges. The officer will remain in custody until August 19, pending a formal bail application.
Cop in Protest Death Case Remanded, Denies Charges
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