On Monday afternoon, the Athi River-Namanga Road Interchange became a scene of shock and stillness as residents and drivers were drawn to a body found near a drainage channel along the bustling highway.
The grim discovery, involving a man with a severe cut, quickly spread through the community, especially in light of recent reports about the abduction of four men from Mlolongo—two of whom were later found dead, while the other two remain unaccounted for.
Locals believe the body was dragged from the opposite side of the road, suggesting that the man may have been murdered before being discarded at the interchange.
Human rights advocates have expressed deep concern over this latest murder, highlighting the alarming trend of abductions and extrajudicial killings. They are urging security forces to act swiftly to regain control of a situation that is spiraling out of control.
Hussein Khalid, Executive Director of Vocal Africa, voiced his frustration, stating, “It’s disheartening to see our country turning into a dumping ground for bodies. It feels like every corner is a crime scene, with bodies being found everywhere from rivers to interchanges. We implore security agencies to fulfill their duties, as Kenyans are feeling increasingly unsafe.”
The deceased man, believed to be in his 30s, has been transported to Nairobi Funeral Home.
Detectives from Athi River have launched an investigation into the matter.
