Innocent Mummo
Age | 18 |
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Date of Death | 7 July 2025 |
Location | Ngong, Kajiado County, Kenya |
Incident | Shot by police during Saba Saba protests |
Known for | Victim of police shooting during 2025 Kenyan protests |
Innocent Mummo (died 7 July 2025) was an 18-year-old Kenyan who was shot and killed by police during the Saba Saba Day protests in Ngong, Kajiado County.
Background
The 2025 Saba Saba Day protests were held nationwide across Kenya, targeting issues of corruption, poor governance, and police brutality. Demonstrations took place in major cities and counties including Nairobi, Kiambu, Kisumu, Nakuru, and Kajiado.
Death
On 7 July 2025, Innocent Mummo was shot in the head and neck during the protests in Ngong, Kajiado County. He was admitted to hospital but died shortly after due to the severity of his injuries.
Aftermath
Innocent's death was among multiple fatalities resulting from excessive police force during the protests. Human rights organizations have condemned the killings and demanded independent investigations and accountability for law enforcement actions.
References
- Amnesty International Kenya: Joint statement on the aftermath of the Saba Saba demonstrations and Ngong investigative findings
- Reuters: Kenyans brace for protests one year after storming parliament