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July 16, 2025
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Twist as Officer in Rex Masai Killing Alleges He Was Not in Nairobi During Protests

Twist as Officer in Rex Masai Killing Alleges He Was Not in Nairobi During Protests

Rex was shot during the anti-finance bill protests in 2024...

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A dramatic twist has emerged in the case of Rex Masai, who was fatally shot during anti-finance bill protests in Nairobi, as the accused officer, Isaiah Murangiri Ndumi, claims he was not present during the protests.

  • Evidence including CCTV footage allegedly positions the officer at the crime scene, which he disputes.
  • Witness, Paul Njehia, confirmed that DNA samples collected from the scene matched Rex Masai's blood.
  • The officer denied holding a gun or being the individual portrayed in images presented in court.

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