Investigation Underway After Body of Missing Man Found at Eldama Ravine
Fredrick Kiptui’s body was recovered from a waterfall after being missing for a week. Family and police are investigating the circumstances of his death, with speculation of suicide due to emotional distress from gambling losses. His body is set for a post-mortem to clarify the cause of death, leaving the community in shock.
The body of Fredrick Kiptui, a 26-year-old missing for over a week, has been found at Gurusalal Water Fall in Eldama Ravine Sub County. His family had been searching for him after his phone went silent the day he disappeared. There are speculations surrounding his death, including suicide related to a Sh2,000 loss from betting.
Kiptui’s wife, Naomi Jelagat, recalled his unsettling last words about feeling unwell, indicating a premonition about his fate. Police Commander Joel Chepkwony confirmed that the body was clothed but showed signs of being in the water for several days, complicating the cause of death.
The case is being investigated by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), as no visible injuries were found on the body, raising questions about his death’s circumstances. Kiptui’s final social media post hinted at distress, saying he might take “eternal sleep.” His friends noted the loss in a gaming app called Aviator could have contributed to his emotional turmoil.
The body has been sent for a post-mortem at Mercy Mission Hospital Mortuary to clarify the causes behind his tragic death. The local community is mourning the loss of a promising young man, grappling with the shocking developments surrounding his disappearance and death.
The discovery of Fredrick Kiptui’s body has prompted a thorough investigation into his untimely death, which remains unclear. Speculation about suicide linked to emotional distress from gambling losses and troubling final statements adds complexity to the case. Local reactions reflect deep shock over the loss of a young life, reiterating the need for a careful investigation to uncover the truth.
Original Source: www.kenyanews.go.ke
