Kenyan family discovers brother's death via social media

• A Nairobi family was left in deep grief after discovering the death of their son and brother through social media updates
• The incident came to light after concerned Kenyans shared images of a crash scene with Sikika Road Safety, seeking help to identify the victim
• He was later identified by family members, with his sister confirming his death and expressing heartfelt sorrow online

A family in Nairobi has been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of their son and brother.

The man’s family only found out about his death through social media after concerned Kenyans took images of the scene and shared them with Sikika Road Safety, an online platform.

Sikika Road Safety shared the images on its social media pages, appealing for help from the public to identify the vehicle and alert the family about the situation.

The images showed a car that had seemingly lost control and veered off the road. The headlights were still on, as it was dark at the time.

Read also

Vihiga father allegedly dumps 2-month-old infant in river hours after taking him from mother

Residents had also gathered around the scene, attempting to assist and possibly save the victim’s life.

How did the family find out about their brother’s death?

According to reports, the man was involved in an accident at the Kamakis Bypass near the Total Energies junction.

It was also revealed that medicine was found inside the vehicle, raising the possibility that he may have been unwell.

“This driver has been involved in a self-inflicted accident. We have found a lot of drugs inside the car; this is not looking good. National Police Service, kindly let Gatongora Police Station respond to this,” said Sikika.

Hours later, they shared an update confirming that the victim’s family had reached out and identified their kin. The man’s sister, Leah Ndungu, confirmed that he was her brother and that he had been pronounced dead.

“Thanks for informing us, he is my brother. May his soul rest in peace,” she said.

Read also

Helen Nakimuli: Late MP’s final WhatsApp status emerges hours after her death

Kenyans sympathise with the family

Dominique Dommy:

“Men go through a lot every day to put food on the table. To all men out there hustling hard, may our pockets never run dry.”

Collins Ruto:

“Check his speed dial on the phone. Someone who is sick usually has emergency contacts saved, or the phone is on pattern lock.”

Caleb Kimwele:

“Sometimes social media helps a lot. It was through it that I learned about my cousin’s passing. But kufuatilia (investigations) on road accidents is painful.”

Kenn Maina:

“Men have a lot they don’t say. Your car is more loyal than a woman. Your children are yours; your wife is not your relative. One day, you will enter a bathroom without soap.”

Ken Juki:

“For those suffering from uncontrolled diseases such as diabetes, hypertension, and epilepsy, kindly drive with someone as a precaution. Uncontrolled diabetes can cause sudden low blood sugar, hypertension can lead to stroke or heart attack, and convulsions may occur at any time, leading to loss of consciousness and danger to self and other road users. Emphasise the word ‘uncontrolled’.”

Read also

Helen Nakimuli: Heartbreaking moment as late MP’s daughter arrives at mortuary to view body

Vihiga family discovers kin’s death in Saudi Arabia via social media

In other news, NgGossips reported that a 28-year-old woman from Vihiga, Elizabeth Cheusi, died in Saudi Arabia, leaving her family in distress.

The woman’s sister, Diana Lugonga, revealed that efforts to obtain clarification on Cheusi’s death were unsuccessful.

She explained that the agent denied any ties to her, leaving the family with the overwhelming challenge of raising KSh 1.3 million for the repatriation of her body.

Source: NgGossips