The victim’s body was discovered hidden inside an apartment, raising questions about what exactly happened during what should have been a routine delivery.
According to police reports, the rider had gone to deliver a package to occupants of the apartment earlier in the day.
After failing to return home and losing contact with his family, a search was launched, leading to the grim discovery.
Investigators have confirmed that the rider was killed before his body was concealed inside the apartment, though details of how he died remain unclear.
Neighbors reported seeing the rider enter the apartment building but could not provide further information about the people he was delivering the package to.
Security cameras in the area are being reviewed as authorities work to piece together the events leading to the rider’s death.
“This is a very concerning incident. We urge anyone with information to come forward immediately,” said a Nairobi police spokesperson.
Law enforcement has intensified patrols in the area and launched a manhunt to apprehend those responsible.
The police are also appealing to residents to provide any leads, no matter how small, that could assist in solving the case.
The murder has sparked widespread concern among boda boda operators in Nairobi, who are increasingly vulnerable while carrying out deliveries.
Many riders have expressed fear for their safety, particularly when making trips to unfamiliar locations or apartments late in the day.
Authorities are urging delivery workers to take precautions, such as informing family or friends about their destinations and avoiding unattended buildings when possible.
Meanwhile, forensic teams are conducting thorough investigations in the apartment where the rider’s body was found, hoping to gather crucial evidence that could lead to arrests.
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