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Kenya is reeling after the shocking death of controversial preacher Gilbert Deya, famous for the notorious “miracle babies” saga, in a catastrophic road accident on the Kisumu–Bondo Highway earlier today.
Crash Details & Eyewitness Reports
- The 88-year-old preacher was traveling in his Toyota Noah SUV near the Namba Kapiyo area when a heavy trailer reportedly lost its brakes, smashing into his vehicle. The crash was so intense that his SUV was completely wrecked.
- Eyewitnesses confirm at least one fatality—identified as Gilbert Deya—and multiple injuries, including other passengers and motorists caught in the collision .
From Miracle Claims to Tragic End
- Deya became internationally known in the 2000s for promoting miracle baby conceptions, a practice later revealed to involve child trafficking and hospital infant theft.
- After years in the UK facing trafficking allegations, Deya was acquitted in 2023 and returned to Kenya, where he resumed his ministry.
- Today, he met a fateful end on the same Kisumu–Bondo route tied to his early life—deepening the irony of his contentious legacy.
Rescue & Emergency Response
- Regional traffic commander Peter Maina confirmed Deya and two female passengers—possibly his wife and close associate—were rushed to a nearby hospital. Deya tragically succumbed to his injuries.
- Additional casualties include university students and other motorists, with authorities reporting at least ten injured and the trailer driver detained.
Public Reaction & National Impact
- Social media has erupted. One post read: “BISHOP DEYA IS DEAD […] Trailer lost its brakes & hit his SUV”.
- The incident is stirring a wider debate on road safety on major highways and echoes calls for stricter enforcement to prevent future tragedies.
- Deya’s death marks a sudden close to a life marked by scandal, sensationalism, and religious fervor—sparking reflection on the intersection of faith, justice, and fate.
What’s Next?
- Police investigation into mechanical failure or negligence by the trailer company is underway.
- Family statements are expected soon, with condolences flooding public figures and community leaders.
- A state-operated inquiry into highway safety regulations and trailer safety standards may follow.
