In a tragic turn of events, a man, deeply scarred by the loss of his multimillion-dollar palace in Athi River, has taken his own life.

This devastating incident is a grim outcome of the recent demolitions that have swept through the Athi River region in Mavoko, Makueni County, Kenya.

The demolition spree in Athi River commenced earlier this week following the approval by the nation’s leader, authorizing the removal of structures built on contentious land, owned by the East African Portland Cement Company.

The government asserted that an unscrupulous developer had illicitly taken control of over 4,268 acres of land, subsequently selling it to unsuspecting Kenyan citizens.

Among these unsuspecting individuals was the now-deceased man, who learned the heart-wrenching news that his beloved home was among those razed to the ground on a fateful Sunday.

Overwhelmed by the loss and unable to reconcile with this abrupt upheaval, he tragically took his own life.

Regrettably, this man’s tragic demise is not an isolated incident in the wake of the Athi River demolitions.

Another individual, who had invested millions of dollars in constructing a rental property in the area, was delivered the devastating news of his house’s demolition.

The sheer shock and despair of this revelation were so severe that he collapsed within his home in Nairobi, later succumbing to the overwhelming emotional toll.

The repercussions of these demolitions extend beyond the loss of property; they underscore the severe emotional and psychological impact on those affected.

As the Kenyan authorities continue to address this complex situation, it becomes increasingly vital to provide support and resources to those facing not only the loss of their homes but also the trauma and distress that follow in the wake of such devastating events.