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A grieving family is in a bitter standoff with police and hospital authorities after their son, shot during Monday’s Saba Saba protests, was denied entry at Kitengela Sub-County Hospital.
The family also claims officers conspired to abscond with his body under cover of chaos.
Harrowing Claims from Grieving Mother.
Twenty-one-year-old Brian Kimutai was shot during protest clashes in Kitengela town. His mother alleges that police officers nearby conspired to “take off with the body and destroy the evidence”, prompting the family to flee with his remains to prevent its disappearance .
Hospital Denies Admission Despite OB Number.
Although police issued an occurrence book number on Tuesday morning, the hospital reportedly declined to admit Brian’s body, demanding a permit which the family had been unable to secure due to police delay .
The body remained in the family vehicle outside the mortuary, sparking a tense impasse.
Breakdown of Protocols and Public Confidence.
The situation underscores a growing breakdown in standard protocols between law enforcement and medical institutions. The Kenyan National Commission on Human Rights (KNCHR) recently reported 10 deaths, 29 injuries and two abductions across the country during the Saba Saba unrest .
Wider Turmoil at Hospitals During Protests.
The conflict at Kitengela Hospital escalated following violent clashes Monday when protestors stormed the facility. Reports confirm vandalism, disruption of a live C-section operation, and attacks on both staff and patients . Local authorities have called for a comprehensive investigation and heightened security at health facilities.
Ethical Crisis and Demand for Accountability.
Medical and civil rights groups are condemning the incident as a grave violation of constitutional rights. They argue that denying a body to a bereaved family, amid allegations of police misconduct, demands urgent oversight. “This is more than a bureaucratic delay—it’s a breakdown of public trust,” remarked a spokesperson for the Kenya Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society .
Immediate Implications.
Police Investigation: Family members are demanding clarity on the alleged plot to remove the body and obstruction at the hospital.
Hospital Accountability: Kitengela Hospital must answer for its refusal to admit a protest casualty following normal protocol. Policy Reforms: Civil society groups are calling for clear guidelines to ensure transparent transfer of bodies, police oversight, and protection of health services during unrest.
