Puzzle as Autopsy Fails to Find Bullet That Killed Stima Plaza Guard despite No Exit Wound: “Iko?”
- Fred Wamale Wanyonyi, a security guard, was fatally shot outside Kenya Power’s Stima Plaza during the June 25 protests
- A post-mortem confirmed a bullet wound through his abdomen and spine, but no bullet was found in his body
- Wanyonyi's widow demanded answers, saying she would not grieve in peace until the bullet’s origin and disappearance are explained
Didacus Malowa, a journalist at TUKO.co.ke, brings over three years of experience covering politics and current affairs in Kenya.
A deepening mystery surrounds the death of Fred Wamale Wanyonyi, a security guard who was fatally shot while on duty at Kenya Power’s Stima Plaza during the June 25 protests.
Source: UGC
The protests, largely led by Gen Z demonstrators, marked the first anniversary of the 2024 nationwide anti-finance bill uprising.
Wanyonyi, an employee of Hatari Security, was stationed at the Kolobot Road entrance when chaos broke out around 4.30pm.
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Kenya Power confirmed the incident, stating the guard was quickly rushed to Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival.
Did pathologist find bullet in Fred's body?
A post-mortem conducted days later confirmed Wanyonyi had died from a gunshot that entered through his abdomen, piercing his spine.
However, in a baffling twist, there was no exit wound and more troubling, no bullet was found inside his body.
Addressing the media after the post-mortem examination, Merceline Otieno Kesa, Wanyonyi’s widow, stared blankly.
"It is said that there is no bullet in that body, where has that bullet gone? We have no interest in anything else, the only thing we want is the bullet so that we can know how that case will proceed," said Merceline, her voice filled with grief.
The couple had just begun saving for a plot of land, which would have been their first big family investment. Now, she’s left alone to raise their three children.
"To the government, know that I’ve been left with young children and that man was the breadwinner of our lives; he was at work when he was shot. Help me, because I cannot sit still without knowing where that bullet went. I can’t be at peace until I know where Fred’s bullet came from and where it went," she added.
Family advocate Samuel Chelongo echoed her frustration, questioning where the bullet had disappeared to.
How will the mystery of Fred's bullet be solved?
As calls for accountability mount, rights activist and Vocal Africa CEO Hussein Khalid has urged further investigation.
Source: UGC
He explained that the body would have to undergo an X-ray to determine if the bullet is still in his body.
“Doctors have advised an X-ray scan to confirm if the bullet is lodged somewhere in the body. If it doesn’t appear, we will be forced to conclude there is foul play. Someone must be held accountable,” Khalid said.
The absence of the bullet has turned what would have been a straightforward post-mortem into another forensic puzzle.
Oscar Wanjala, a close family friend, couldn’t hide his anger, declaring that he felt there was indeed foul play.
What else should you know about June 25 protests?
- Gen Z protesters in Eldoret city confronted police after spotting suspected baton-wielding goons among them, raising concerns about infiltration.
- Tensions escalated as the government abruptly switched off TV signals for K24, NTV Kenya, and KTN News during live coverage of the protests, drawing criticism over media censorship.
- Politician Agnes Kagure urged law enforcement to show restraint, warning that excessive force could worsen national tensions.
What did William Ruto say about protests?
In other news, President William Ruto urged Kenyans involved in protests to remain peaceful and law-abiding, reminding them that Kenya is their only home.
He warned that continued street demonstrations are counterproductive, distracting from critical national development efforts.
Ruto reaffirmed his administration’s focus on infrastructure, agriculture, healthcare, youth employment, and food security.
The president further commended police officers for remaining firm and dealing with goons and disorderly protesters who were out to cause harm.
This was despite public outcry over rampant cases of police brutality that left 15 people dead and over 400 injured.
Ruto said the government will stand by the police officers, even as he encouraged them to operate within the law and desist from using excessive force on peaceful protesters.
Proofreading by Mercy Nyambura, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
