A team of police officers from the Kenya Police Service (KPS), the Administration Police Service (APS), and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) visited the family of Simon and Beatrice in Njoro, Nakuru County, on Saturday, 4th October 2025.
The delegation was led by Ms. Beatrice Kiraguri, CP, also known as “Mama Yao” and in charge of the Northern Corridor Transit Patrol Unit (NCTPU), together with Mr. David Wafula, SSP, from the Anti-Human Trafficking and Child Protection Unit at DCI Headquarters. They were joined by officers from Njoro Police Station, led by the Officer Commanding Station (OCS), CI James Magiri.
The visit followed a report by Nation Television, aired on 22nd September 2025, which highlighted the plight of two sisters from Kenana Primary School in Njoro. The sisters had been ridiculed for not wearing undergarments.
The incident sparked public outrage, with residents calling for disciplinary action against the teachers involved. The humiliation led the sisters to withdraw from school, further deepening the family’s struggles.
In response, the NPS team chose to stand in solidarity with the family. They donated foodstuffs, clothes, school bags, shoes, mattresses, and beds, among other items.
This compassionate gesture reflected not only the officers’ duty to protect and serve but also their deep sense of humanity.
By extending kindness, the officers sought to restore hope and dignity to the family while strengthening the bond of trust between the police and the community they serve.
During the visit, the women officers present took time to engage with the two sisters, encouraging them to remain focused on their education and to embrace discipline as a foundation for success. They assured the girls that their situation did not define their future and urged them to continue working hard in their studies, reminding them that many great leaders have risen from humble beginnings.
Simon and Beatrice are parents to nine children—three boys and six girls—aged between two and twenty-two years. Their eldest son, Erick Kipngetich, recently graduated from National Youth Service (NYS) paramilitary training and is currently deployed in Lamu, serving the nation in various projects of national importance.
Speaking after receiving the donations, the father of the family expressed heartfelt gratitude: “We are truly humbled by your kindness. You have reminded us that the police are not only here to protect us but also to walk with us in times of need. May God bless you for standing with my family today.”
A family friend and neighbour, Ms. Debra Chepkemoi, who accompanied the officers, also commended the gesture: “This is more than just food and clothes—it is a message of hope and unity. The police have shown that they are part of us, not apart from us, and their kindness today has touched the entire neighbourhood.”
The team leader, Ms. Beatrice, reaffirmed the National Police Service’s commitment to community welfare, stating: “Our duty goes beyond law enforcement. We are committed to supporting families, uplifting communities, and showing compassion whenever we can. Acts like these strengthen the bond of trust between the police and the people we serve.”
