Autopsy Confirms Molo Activist Richard Otieno’s Skull Was Smashed Open With Sharp Object
Activist Richard Otieno, popularly known as the ‘Molo President,’ died from severe head injuries caused by a sharp object, likely a panga or axe, according to government pathologist Johansen Oduor, who conducted an autopsy on Friday.
The autopsy revealed multiple slash wounds to the back and frontal areas of the skull, causing a fractured skull, extensive brain bleeding, and facial bruising.
Otieno, a vocal critic of Molo MP Kuria Kimani and the government, was attacked near his home on January 18, just 200 meters from Elburgon police station.
His wife stated he had been receiving threats and was being trailed by unknown individuals, attributing the threats to his activism and conflicts with local politicians.
His murder sparked public outrage, with residents staging protests, blocking roads and parading his body through the streets.
Investigations by the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) are still ongoing, with plans to question two politicians and witnesses to uncover the circumstances of his death.
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