British Man Killed in Suspected Hit-and-Run Involving Kenyan President’s Motorcade
A 79-year-old British man, Edgar Riches, lost his life in a suspected hit-and-run incident involving a vehicle from the Kenyan president’s motorcade.
Riches, a resident of Poole, Dorset, was struck on a road in Nairobi on Thursday while visiting relatives in Kenya. Described by friends as “incredibly generous” and “always pleasant,” his sudden passing has left loved ones in shock.
Authorities have detained a driver believed to have been operating a support vehicle at the rear of President William Ruto’s official convoy. The driver has since been released on bail as investigations continue into the tragic incident.
Poole Mourns British Man Killed in Nairobi Motorcade Incident
Poole residents are mourning the tragic loss of Edgar Riches, a 79-year-old British man who was killed in a suspected hit-and-run involving a vehicle from the Kenyan president’s motorcade.
Riches was a devoted member of St Joseph and St Walburga Church and Our Lady of Fatima Church in Poole. He was also an active figure in the Poole Conservative Association and a dedicated supporter of the Catholic aid charity CAFOD, raising funds for humanitarian causes.
Ann Stribley, president of the Poole Conservative Association, shared her sorrow over his passing, recalling their five-decade-long acquaintance.
“He was a private, quiet person but incredibly generous. If he committed to something, he always followed through,” she said.
She described his passing as a “total shock and loss,” emphasizing how deeply he will be missed.
“I shall remember him as a kind, thoughtful, and always pleasant individual. He was a huge benefit to the association for many years, and we will be lucky to see his like again.”
As investigations continue into the tragic incident, tributes continue to pour in for Riches, remembering him as a dedicated community member and a man of unwavering generosity.
British Man Killed in Nairobi Motorcade Crash: Tributes Pour In
The tragic death of Edgar Riches, a 79-year-old British citizen, in a suspected hit-and-run involving a vehicle from the Kenyan president’s motorcade has sparked an outpouring of grief and raised concerns over road safety.
A representative from his church, who wished to remain anonymous, described him as an active fundraiser who dedicated his efforts to helping others.
“He was an active fundraiser and organised many social events, raising money for CAFOD to support a school in Kenya,” the representative said.
Riches frequently visited Kenya, traveling every year to see his sister and nephew.
Public Outrage Over the Incident
The incident has sparked a backlash on social media, with many Kenyans questioning the size and speed of President William Ruto’s motorcade. While it is customary for roads to be cleared for the presidential convoy, critics argue that the reckless driving endangered the public.
Post-Mortem Report & Police Statement
A post-mortem examination determined the cause of death to be multiple trauma, with Riches sustaining head and chest injuries as well as bruising to his left limbs.
Kenyan authorities confirmed that his next-of-kin has been informed, and investigations into the incident are ongoing.
As the community mourns the loss of a kind and generous man, questions remain over road safety measures surrounding official convoys.
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