Mwangi succumbed to his injuries while receiving treatment at the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital in Eldoret. The five suspects remain in police custody pending arraignment on murder charges.
The incident has sparked tensions and clashes between the local community and KFS officers in Maji Mazuri, with residents accusing the KFS of persistent harassment, especially towards women, children, and the elderly. The community has demanded justice for Mwangi’s family and called for an end to the alleged brutality by the KFS officers.
The incident is currently under investigation, and the KFS has issued a statement condemning the actions of the officers involved and promising to take disciplinary action. The family of the deceased has called for a thorough investigation