A cloud of mystery surrounds the death of a Chief Executive Officer of an insurance brokerage firm, who allegedly fell or jumped from the seventh floor of his office building along Ngong Avenue in Nairobi. The tragic incident, which occurred on Tuesday afternoon, has prompted police investigations to determine whether it was a case of suicide or foul play.
According to Nairobi police commander George Seda, the company offices were located on the 14th floor, yet the CEO reportedly took a lift to the seventh floor before leaping to his death. Witnesses claim he was alone at the time of the incident and died on the spot. The motive behind the incident remains unclear.
Further reports indicate that the CEO had recently been approached by the police concerning an investigation triggered by a government agency. While the details of this probe remain undisclosed, speculation arises as to whether it played a role in his tragic demise.
Upon arrival at the scene, police cordoned off the area, processed the scene, and later transferred the body to the mortuary for an autopsy. Shock and grief engulfed his colleagues and employees, who were left in disbelief over the sudden loss.
Meanwhile, in a separate incident in Gilgil, Nakuru County, a 20-year-old man, John Waigwa, allegedly died by suicide by hanging himself from a tree using a nylon rope. No suicide note was recovered, and the motive remains unknown. His body was moved to the Gilgil Sub-County Morgue for further examination.
The increasing cases of suicide have become a cause for concern in Kenya. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), various factors contribute to suicide, including joblessness, financial stress, legal troubles, academic pressure, substance abuse, and mental health issues such as depression and bipolar disorder.
Efforts to curb the rising suicide rates are ongoing, with mental health awareness campaigns being promoted nationwide. Experts urge individuals facing distress to seek professional help and for families and communities to foster open conversations about mental health to prevent such tragedies.
If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, please seek support from mental health professionals or helplines available in Kenya.
