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Originally published by Capital Newstop
May 29, 2026
10h ago
Inquest Told Detectives Failed to Trace Gun Used to Kill Rex Masai

Principal Investigating Officer Justin Nyatete said detectives encountered major obstacles during the investigation. - Kenya breaking news | Kenya news today | Capitalfm.co.ke..
✨ Key Highlights
An inquest into the death of protester Rex Masai heard that investigators failed to trace the firearm used to kill him during the June 2024 anti-Finance Bill demonstrations in Nairobi.
- Detectives could not link any recovered weapons to the bullet that killed Masai.
- The Principal Investigating Officer, Justin Nyatete, cited non-cooperation from police officers as a major obstacle.
- While some video footage showed an officer in civilian clothing, Isaiah Murangiri, carrying a firearm, ballistic reports indicated the fatal shot came from a revolver, not the pistols issued to the investigated officers.
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