Nairobi: Details Show Man Found Dumped in Ruaka Has Broken Ribs, Is in Critical Condition
- Joyce Njuguna, the aunt of Jackson Njuguna Wambui, the man who was found dumped and unconscious in Ruaka, Kiambu county, disclosed that her nephew was in a bad state
- She noted that Jackson was in an unstable condition after being admitted to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH)
- The family had to wait several hours for the medical report to be released to determine the extent of the damage inflicted on the young man
Medical reports concerning Jackson Njuguna, who was found unconscious and dumped in Ruaka, Kiambu, have now emerged.
Source: Facebook
Njuguna was the man whose photo went viral online after he was found in an unconscious state
Before his family came forward to identify him, he was taken to the hospital for medical attention. He was admitted to Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), where the facility graciously took him in.
"He is not in a stable condition. He is bad, very bad. He was beaten," Joyce, Njuguna's aunt, shared.
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Where was Jackson Njuguna admitted after being rescued?
She expressed her pain, revealing that her nephew had been rejected by two hospitals before finally being admitted to KNH.
Joyce was on the brink of breaking down when asked how she felt upon hearing her nephew had been denied medical attention, but she composed herself.
Recent updates shared Njuguna’s condition. A clothes vendor by trade, he continues to recuperate in the ICU.
"The report from the doctor is that his ribs are broken. He also has bruises on the forehead," the Facebook user Ev Mercy Nungari disclosed on her page
The post included a photo of Njuguna looking healthy and strong—a stark contrast to his current state.
What did Kenyans share after Jackson Njuguna's medical update?
Social media users headed to the comment section to share mixed reactions following the heartbreaking updates.
Cecilia Waniji:
"God, remember the pains of childbirth — we cried out to You. May we not be separated after bringing forth life. God, we pleaded with You as they took him — have mercy. May the healing hand of God locate him and heal him."
Charity Mutahi:
"Thank heavens he is still breathing. In every situation, give thanks—especially in times like this."
Grace Wairimu:
"Quick recovery to this son of a woman... Until when will our motherhood be respected? Can they give our uteruses a break! We are tired of unworthy contractions caused by heartbreaking news. Was the suffering and the blood of our forefathers not enough? Or should we strip them to help them understand how painful it is for a mother to see her grown child suffer in the hands of another mortal?"
Stella John:
"It's a sad country 😥. But we must come to terms with the reality—we are living under a regime of killings and brutality. Coz tutado??? We are hurting inside."
Esther Kinyanjui:
"May the God who gave you the life the enemy is trying to steal restore everything broken and make you complete. May your destiny be great. Quick recovery in Jesus’ mighty name."
Jacinta Njeri Njoroge:
"😭😭😭😭😭 God, until when? Why do this to someone's child? Dear God, we need You to intervene. Let the wicked perish with their evil deeds."
Tripple F Fashions:
"The devil is a liar. He comes to steal, kill, and destroy our young generation—tomorrow’s leaders. Oh God, have mercy on our youth. This is heartbreaking."
Source: UGC
Family narrates last moments with man found dumped
The family narrated that they last spent time with Jackson on Sunday, June 29, only for them to see his photos circulating online that he had been found dumped in Ruaka.
"We went to check on him and reported the matter to the police station. We were informed that he had been taken to the hospital," the family narrated.
However, the family revealed that some hospitals declined to admit Jackson for treatment, and they found him later at the Kenyatta National Hospital.
Where was body of Kirinyaga car wash attendant found?
In another story, a car wash worker in Kirinyaga county was brutally killed and his body found dumped in a stream.
Investigations are underway after police arrived at the crime scene to determine the circumstances of the tragic incident.
Locals believe the middle-aged man was murdered elsewhere before his body was dumped in the stream.
Racheal Nyaguthie, HoD Human Interest, added details of the family narrating the last moments.
Proofreading by Asher Omondi, copy editor at TUKO.co.ke.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
