Kenya: a British national killed by the presidential motorcade

A 79-year-old British man has died after being struck by a vehicle linked to Kenyan President William Ruto’s motorcade in Nairobi, Kenya.

According to reports, the driver, who was behind the wheel of a support vehicle in the convoy, failed to stop but was later arrested and released on bail.

Authorities say an investigation is ongoing, and the driver is expected to appear in court.

The deceased, Edgar Charles Frederick had been visiting Kenya to see family members living in the country. His next-of-kin have been informed, and a post-mortem is expected to take place.

Officials clarified that the vehicle involved was part of the regional administration’s support team for the presidential detail.

President Ruto was in the area at the time for public engagements.