The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has linked the death of John Muchiri Muthoni to mob justice.
In a statement dated Monday, January 6, DCI alleged that the 27-year-old man had planned to steal from a rental unit in Kiambaa area.
DCI added that the deceased was alongside his other accomplices during the incident.
Investigations also revealed that some of the residents realized the plan of the deceased and chased after them.
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INVESTIGATION PROGRESS REPORT ON MISSING PERSON CASE
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John Muchiri Muthoni, 27, who was reported missing on Friday, January 3, 2024, was found dead by the roadside in the Milimani Kawaida area of Banana, Kiambaa, Kiambu County.
Investigations revealed that the deceased, along…
"Investigations revealed that the deceased, along with several accomplices, had scaled the perimeter wall of a nearby rental property with the intent to commit theft. Witnesses reported hearing them walking on the iron sheet roof and tampering with the Wi-Fi network receiver installed there," read the report in part.
"Upon noticing the intruders, residents raised alarm, prompting the suspects to flee by jumping off the roof in different directions. However, the deceased was apprehended by the crowd and subjected to mob justice approximately 20 meters from the rental property."
The police added that the body of Muchiri was Kihara Level IV Hospital mortuary, awaiting autopsy.
Meanwhile, DCI refuted allegations that the deceased was abducted following reports that the 27-year-old was reported missing on Friday, January 3.
"Initially, this case was classified as an abduction. However, subsequent investigations have clarified the circumstances," DCI clarified.
"The Directorate of Criminal Investigations remains committed to conducting thorough and impartial investigations to ensure justice is served.
The naked body of Muchiri was found on Saturday, January 4 with area residents.
