Speaking during a public rally, Murkomen claimed that no Kenyan has been killed by police since Ruto took office.
His remarks have ignited anger, with critics accusing him of disregarding the suffering of families who lost loved ones during protests.
“It is our duty to keep the country and its citizens safe,” Murkomen said.
“Since President Ruto came to power, police have not killed a single citizen.
We no longer have policies where security organs harm people under the guise of seeking justice.”
Murkomen went on to defend Ruto’s leadership, saying, “Instead of appreciating the progress we’ve made, some people choose to criticize the government for things that have no basis.
Let anyone with a missing relative report to us, and we will assist in finding them.”
However, these comments did not sit well with many Kenyans, especially families mourning loved ones lost during anti-government demonstrations.
One social media user asked angrily, “Are those who died during the protests livestock?
Their lives mattered, and we will not forget!” Another questioned, “Does Murkomen live in an alternate universe?
We all saw the bodies and live footage of people being shot.”
The case of Rex Masai, a protester who died allegedly due to police actions, was brought up repeatedly.
Critics reminded Murkomen of such incidents, accusing him of turning a blind eye to the pain these deaths have caused.
“This is a slap in the face for mourning families,” another Kenyan wrote.
“Some people are still looking for their missing loved ones. How can he say such things?”
Murkomen’s remarks have also reignited discussions about police accountability and justice for victims of alleged brutality.
Families and activists are demanding acknowledgment of the lives lost and a commitment to addressing these issues.
While Murkomen insisted the government has changed its approach compared to previous regimes, the reactions to his comments show that many Kenyans feel the scars of police violence are far from healed.
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