Kenya protests: People face police brutality after dozens killed

The deaths of dozens of protesters has further eroded scant trust in the security forces.

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The killings have further eroded what little trust there was in the police to maintain order. And as a new series of protests is about to begin, there are concerns over how the security forces will respond.

WARNING: This piece contains descriptions of violence that some readers may find distressing.

20 June saw demonstrations against a finance bill that was going to raise new taxes break out for a second time. The previous day of action, two days earlier, had been without major incidents, but as sun set on that Thursday something changed in the heart of the capital, Nairobi.

The protesters became more defiant. Police officers switched from using water cannon and tear gas to firing live bullets.

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