Police officer caught with KCSE candidate in lodging

Patrick Mwendo is said to have booked a room at a local bar where he planned to spend the night with the girl, who was sitting her exams at Sankale Secondary School.

Trans Mara Deputy County Commissioner Mohammed Noor Hassan, confirmed the incident saying the two were nabbed a few moments after they had checked in.

Noor said police have made arrangements to ensure the girl sits er remaining papers as investigations continue.

He added that the owner of the bar risks having his license revoked for allowing a minor at his joint.

The officer urged local chiefs to be on high alert and ensure the issue of teenage pregnancies is treated with the seriousness it deserves.