Wamuzi News Ke
A forensic examination of 79-year-old British national Edgar Charles Frederick has revealed that he sustained severe injuries that led to his immediate death after being hit by a speeding vehicle from President William Ruto’s motorcade.
Frederick lost his life in a hit-and-run incident along Ngong Road on Thursday while attempting to cross near Adams Arcade. The autopsy, conducted at Lee Funeral Home in the presence of his family, confirmed extensive trauma to his head and chest, suggesting he was run over by a vehicle.
Witnesses recounted that the elderly man was unaware of the shouts from a traffic officer clearing the road. Authorities later identified the vehicle involved as one belonging to the Nairobi Regional Commissioner’s office, which was part of the presidential convoy.
Police spokesman Michael Muchiri confirmed that the driver, who failed to stop after the impact, is now out on cash bail and is set to face legal proceedings. The car has been impounded for forensic examination.
At the time of the incident, the president’s convoy was speeding towards Kibera as Ruto continued his Nairobi tour. The British High Commission in Nairobi has been informed, with officials seeking further details about the tragic accident.
