Residents of Ndenderu Ward, Kiambaa subcounty in Kiambu County have raised alarm over what they describe as a prolonged security lapse caused by the absence of a police patrol vehicle at Rweno Police Station for more than seven years.
In a formal appeal addressed to Kipchumba Murkomen, Cabinet Secretary for the Ministry of Interior and National Administration, the community—through Ndenderu Ward United Community-Based Organization (CBO)—is seeking urgent government intervention to address the situation, which they say has significantly hampered effective policing.
The letter, dated March 19, 2026, and signed by Chairman John Mweha Kariuki, outlines the challenges faced by officers at Rweno Police Station, who have been operating without a patrol vehicle, thereby limiting their ability to respond promptly to emergencies, conduct routine patrols, and deter criminal activities.
According to the residents, the lack of mobility has not only compromised security but also eroded public confidence in law enforcement agencies. They argue that this situation infringes on citizens’ constitutional rights to safety and security as enshrined in the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
“The continued absence of a patrol vehicle has left our community vulnerable and underserved. It is unacceptable that such a critical facility operates without basic resources for this long,” the statement reads in part.
The community revealed that multiple attempts to escalate the matter to key government offices—including the Office of the Deputy President, the Inspector General of Police, and the Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA)—have yielded no tangible results.
Among those copied in the letter are Kithure Kindiki, Member of Parliament for Kiambaa Constituency John Njuguna, and senior local security administrators, reflecting the broad concern over the issue.
While expressing frustration, the residents emphasized that they have opted for dialogue over demonstrations as a first course of action, signaling willingness to work collaboratively with the government to find a solution.
“We had considered organizing demonstrations to highlight this matter, but we chose instead to engage relevant offices in pursuit of an appropriate resolution,” the letter notes.
The appeal calls for the immediate provision of a dedicated patrol vehicle, citing its importance in improving rapid response times, enhancing crime prevention, and restoring trust between the community and law enforcement.
In a gesture aimed at fostering accountability and public confidence, the residents have also invited the Interior Cabinet Secretary to personally preside over the handover of the vehicle once allocated.
The Ndenderu Ward United CBO has requested a formal response within 14 days, warning that continued inaction may further deepen insecurity concerns in the area.
The situation in Ndenderu Ward highlights broader challenges facing police stations in resource allocation, particularly in rapidly growing peri-urban areas where demand for security services continues to rise.
