A Kenya Defence Forces (KDF) officer based at Kahawa Garrison has surrendered to military police hours after allegedly dumping his girlfriend’s body outside St Paul’s Hospital in Kitengela, Kajiado County.
According to a police report (OB 42/27/04/2025), the officer had booked a room in an apartment in Kitengela to spend time with his girlfriend before tragedy struck.
A collage showing Police IG Douglas Kanja and CDF Charles Kahariri. PHOTO/NPS & KDF
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What Happened Before the Incident?
Police say that at around 11 PM, the lady became unconscious and developed difficulty breathing. The soldier, seeking help, raised an alarm and requested assistance from a caretaker and another tenant. They rushed her to St Paul’s Hospital, Kitengela, using the tenant’s vehicle.
However, upon arrival, nurses confirmed that the woman was already deceased. The hospital staff advised the two men to report the matter to the police. Instead, the KDF officer reportedly fled, jumping over the hospital gate and disappearing into the night.
Shocking Details Revealed
Preliminary investigations indicate that the woman had no visible physical injuries, though blood was found in her genital area, raising more questions about the circumstances leading to her death.
KDF Officer Surrenders to Military Police
Fearing the repercussions of his actions, the officer later surrendered at Kahawa Garrison, where he was detained by the Military Police. He was subsequently handed over to DCI officers in Kitengela for interrogation.
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According to Isinya Sub-County Police boss Patrick Manyasi, the officer was questioned and remains in custody as investigations continue.
Postmortem Awaited
The deceased’s body was moved to Shalom Community Hospital Mortuary, where a postmortem examination is scheduled for Monday. Authorities stated that further action will be taken depending on the doctor’s report and the findings from the autopsy.
Cases involving security personnel continue to raise public concern, as this incident becomes another high-profile investigation involving members of the disciplined forces.
