- Police launched investigations into the death of a prison officer hours after he became unreachable on the phone
- His colleagues a glimpse into the transfer orders, with the investigators revealing the deceased’s frustrations
- The officer, who had served in the prisons service for years, had been receiving treatment before being issued with the order
Nancy Odindo is a current affairs writer at Tuko.co.ke (joined in 2023). She has one year of experience in print and more than five years in digital media.
Police in Homa Bay are investigating the sudden death of a prison officer, just hours after he was informed of his impending transfer.
Source: UGC
Constable Ronald Benard Ochieng, attached to Homa Bay GK Prison, was found dead in his house by his colleagues, who had visited him on Saturday evening, April 11, after he became unreachable on the phone.
Where was Benard Ochieng transferred to?
According to a report by KBC, the constable died on Friday night, April 10, hours after he was issued marching orders to report to Siaya GK Prison.
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Homa Bay County Criminal Investigation Officer Peter Kimulwo confirmed that the deceased was not willing to take up the new posting.
He reportedly called his mother and expressed his frustration over the transfer before switching off the phone.
Before the transfer, Ochieng had been admitted and treated for severe pneumonia at the Homa Bay County Teaching and Referral Hospital.
His body was moved to the Homa Bay Hospital mortuary pending a postmortem examination as investigations into the incident continue.
Meanwhile, Ochieng had served the Kenya Prison Service for nearly 20 years before his demise.
How did Kenyans react to Benard Ochieng’s death?
Franklin Kirui
“The prison department should be blamed; that was a forceful transfer even without much questioning.”
Truphena Andala
“Depression is real.”
Robert Kirui
“The regular transfer of employees is based on what criteria?”
Francis Ogola
“Do they care for their juniors? Why would someone die after receiving a transfer letter? If Kenyan investigations were honest and aimed at getting the actual cause, we would have waited for one. Humans deserve dignity and care regardless. May his soul rest in peace. My condolences to the parents and family.”
Benito Elvis Msolini
“Let me tell you, Maina, hio job ni stress heri niuze mahindi boilo. Comrades are suffering in silence.”
David Ngugi
“Our heartfelt condolences to family and friends. The Ministry of Interior should give its employees ample time during transfers.”
Dennis Kibet
“So sad angevumilia tu ipo siku,Kuna RDU, GSU wako Todonyang wanalala hema na wanavumilia na kuenjoy vile iko.”
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Elsewhere, Anchored in Christ Ministers announced the tragic demise of their member, Benter Apondi, who was found dead after days of disappearance.
Source: Facebook
The singer sent a chilling message to her colleagues, informing them that she was severely assaulted and left helpless in the bush.
Efforts to trace her whereabouts failed. However, DCI traced her phone and arrested her estranged boyfriend, who was reportedly seen in her company before she went missing.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
