Another University Student Found Dead

The Bungoma police station in Bungoma County is now at the center of an unfolding investigation into the mysterious death of Francis Pepela, a 23-year-old second-year student from Egerton University.

The circumstances surrounding Francis’s demise came to light as key witnesses presented themselves, revealing details about the unfortunate incident. The young journalism student had been in Kanduyi, engrossed in an African Cup of Nations (AFCON) match on that fateful night before meeting his untimely end.

Lazarus Pepela, Francis’s father, expressed the family’s confusion, stating, “Some of his friends are saying that there was a scuffle at the place which caused the head injuries.

We don’t know what the fight was about.” The grieving father remains hopeful that information provided by witnesses will help uncover the true cause of his son’s death.

Francis’s promising future was abruptly cut short by this tragic incident, leaving the community in grief. Concerns over escalating insecurity in the area have been voiced by residents, urging swift action from relevant authorities to address the prevailing issues.

Amidst the grief and growing apprehension, a formal probe has been initiated to unravel the circumstances leading to Francis’s death. The investigation aims to piece together the events that transpired that night and determine the root cause of the incident.

Local authorities are under pressure to respond decisively to the rising insecurity concerns, highlighted by this unfortunate incident.

The Bungoma community anxiously awaits the findings of the investigation, hoping for justice and seeking reassurance that measures will be taken to address broader security challenges affecting the region.

The memory of Francis Pepela now serves as a poignant reminder of the need for collective efforts to ensure the safety and well-being of residents in the area.

As the community mourns the loss of a promising young individual, questions surrounding the circumstances of his death intensify, emphasizing the urgency for a thorough and transparent investigation.