Born in London to a doctor, Shaw relocated to Nairobi in 1955. He initially took up a job as an agricultural officer, but his life changed course when he joined Kenya’s police reserve…Click Here To Continue Reading>> …Click Here To Continue Reading>>

With his no-nonsense approach to crime-fighting, Shaw quickly made a name for himself as a man who would stop at nothing to bring justice to the streets of Nairobi. His commitment to Kenya became official in 1971 when he obtained Kenyan citizenship.

Shaw’s reputation grew largely because of his fearless involvement in some of Nairobi’s most dangerous situations, including gunfights and high-speed car chases. He had cultivated a vast network of informants within Nairobi’s criminal circles, allowing him to be ahead of the curve when it came to major crimes, especially bank robberies.

Known for his rapid response and his readiness to confront danger head-on, Shaw’s presence often foreshadowed the end of many criminal activities in the city. READ FULL STORY HERE>>>CLICK HERE TO CONTINUE READING>>>

However, Shaw’s storied life came to an unexpected end on February 14, 1988. While visiting his friend David Rowe, he collapsed suddenly from a heart attack as he casually read a newspaper.

His death, with his gun still in its holster, marked the end of a remarkable chapter in Kenya’s fight against crime. Shaw was pronounced dead at the age of 52 after being rushed to Nairobi Hospital.

The legacy of Patrick Shaw lives on in Kenya’s law enforcement history. His fearless dedication and significant impact on the fight against crime in Nairobi left a lasting mark, ensuring that his story remains a key part of the country’s criminal justice narrative.