An American Citizen, Yoeal Haile held at Nairobi’s Capitol Hill police station since late last week was released on Sunday.
According to Citizen Digital, Haile was arrested and held under unclear circumstances, with the police reportedly refusing to release him, allow bail, or charge him in court.
Very happy to announce Yoeal is released and safe. Thank you everyone for all the support. Feeling so grateful for the community support and all the love out there for Yoeal. And thank you @LarryMadowo for amplifying 🙏🏾. https://t.co/XuNh2fnXpg
— Yacob Berhane 🌳 (@YacobBerhane) June 30, 2024
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Amnesty International Kenya is among the parties concerned about Haile’s arrest. The rights organisation on Saturday said an OCS at the station had denied a bail or bond request.
CNN Journalist Larry Madowo said Haile had been detained for the third day as of Sunday.
My friend Yoeal Haile, an American tourist, is still being held at Upper Hill/Capitol Hill police station in Nairobi without charge for the 3rd day now. That’s longer than the law allows.
— Larry Madowo (@LarryMadowo) June 30, 2024
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