A tragic incident occurred in Nairobi, Kenya, when a 79-year-old British man, Edgar Charles Frederick, was struck by a vehicle in the motorcade of President William Ruto. The accident happened on Ngong Road on Thursday, and it has raised serious concerns among the public.
Frederick was visiting Kenya to see his sister and nephew, who live in the country. The police reported that he died at the scene after being hit by a government vehicle. The driver involved in the accident was arrested but was later released on bail. Authorities stated that the driver did not stop immediately due to security protocols related to the president’s presence nearby.
The Foreign Office in the UK confirmed that they are supporting Frederick’s family and are in touch with local authorities. A spokesperson from the British High Commission also mentioned that they are working closely with officials on the matter.
Eyewitnesses and social media users expressed anger and frustration over the incident, questioning the speed of the president’s motorcade and the decision not to stop after the accident. The police confirmed that the motorcade was on its way to a public engagement at the time of the incident.
A post-mortem examination for Frederick is scheduled to take place soon. The news has sparked discussions about road safety and the conduct of government vehicles in Kenya.